2016 New Flyer XD40
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2016 New Flyer XD40. Newest first.
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2016 MD30, 2016 MD35, 2017 XD35, XD60, XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XN35 and 2016-2017 XD40 and XN40 transit buses, equipped with certain Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats (models Ergo R, Ergo D, AM71, AM72 and AM80). The seat belt buckle may be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners and work with the supplier to replace the buckle housings, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyers' number for this recall is R17-017.
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 C40LFR, XN35, 2014-2016 XD35, XD60, XDE40, 2015-2016 XD40, XDE60, 2014 XDE35, 2013-2015 XE40, 2013-2016 XN40, XN60, and 2014-2015 XT40, and XT60 transit buses. These buses have an Electric Transit Operator (ETO) controller that controls the bus door motor function which may have a…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the rear bus door opens unexpectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a firmware upgrade, and replace the roller bracket plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R16-005.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10149169This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Replace RECARO Seatbelts.
- 10144750This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather Tube Element on Buses Equipped with a Cummins Diesel ISL 07 or ISL 09 Engine.
- 10136625This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Add Relay for Auto Neutral Signal to Transmission Control Module.
- 10130759This Service Manual Bulletin provides a correction for the information regarding the replacement of the DEF tank suction filter.
- 10128680This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
- 10128679This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
- 10127059This Service Manual Bulletin provides new inspection and replacement requirements for the coolant hoses located above the SDS enclosure on specifically equipped buses.
- 10127056This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Ensure Proper Clearance Between CAC Exhaust Support and Gen 5 Coolant Lines.
- 10124959This Service Manual Bulletin provides new information on how to check for proper chain tension, as measured by the chain deflection, while performing the ramp mechanism initial adjustments. This bulletin only applies to vehicles with New Flyer designed ramps.
- 10123121This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Add Heat Shrink to Rear Camera Pigtail (wiring).
- 10117565This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure
- 10117563This Parts Manual bulletin provides information on the part numbers of the engine lift brackets
- 10117561This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Inspect Rear Axle Hub Spindle Nuts
- 10110389Service Manula Bulletin provides revised OEM information on the exhaust, after treatment System and DEF tank.
- 10093956Technical instruction to rework heat exchanger cabin loop line and routing.
- 10093878Technical instruction to rework heat exchanger cabin loop line and routing.
- 10093771Technical instruction to rewire the voltage regulator power supply from the battery side to the load side of the battery disconnect switch.
- 10093572Technical instruction for amerex display module and firmware validation
- 10081531Technical instruction - inspect rear bumper and re-torque mounting hardware if required - specifically equipped vehilces
- 10078643Technical instruction to reconfigure voltage sense connection wiring on specifically equipped vehicles
- 10078395Technical instruction to incorporate an additional pressure protection valve (ppv) to the emergency brake release system, for specifically equipped vehicles operating in new york state only.
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