NEW FLYER XDE60 2018: STEERING:COLUMN
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V943000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NEW FLYER | XDE60 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2023-02-01 | 2022-12-20 | 2022-12-20 |
Production Dates: 2017-01-05 - 2018-03-07
Manufacturers Involved: New Flyer of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: R22-035
Component: STEERING:COLUMN
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 746
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
New Flyer of America, Inc. "New Flyer" is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
