2018 New Flyer XN40
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2018 New Flyer XN40. Newest first.
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain XD35, XDE35, XE35, XN35, XD40, XDE40, XE40, XHE40, XN40, XT40, XD60, XDE60, XE60, XN60, XT60, and XHE60 transit buses. Please refer to New Flyer's recall report for specific model year information. The antilock braking (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) module may lose communication and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An ABS or ESC warning light that fails to illuminate will not alert the driver to the loss of ABS or ESC, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2018 XDE60 and XD40, 2018-2019 XN40, and 2019 XE60 heavy duty urban transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an AS-3 tempered glass panel in the rooftop emergency escape hatch that may shatter in extreme cold temperatures.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the roof hatch glass shatters, glass particles could fall down onto passengers, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2019. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R19-002.
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.
- 10201972Technical Instruction describing hos to remove, rework, and replace the stop request sign support bracket, to promote clearance for electrical wiring.
- 10179346Technical Instruction describing how to download a program to the Vansco Programmable Logic Control (PLC) system on buses equipped with under-dash USB port.
- 10177022Technical Instruction describing how to remove and replace the front suspension air springs,
- 10175959Service Manual Bulletin - Changes to Cummins ISLG and L9N engine oil specifications and oil change intervals.
- 10174502Technical Service Information Bulletin describing changes to the Cummins ISLG, L9N, ISB6.7G and B6.7N engine oil specifications.
- 10169767Technical Instruction on how to remove and replace the left rear muffler access door, including paint instruction.
- 10152077This Technical Service Information Bulletin Decsribes How to Inspect and Reroute as Required the Cummins L9N Engine Crankcase Ventilation Hose.
- 10145203This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Inspect for Correct Installation of O2 Sensor Seals and Insulation.
- 10144749This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove and Install Streetside and Curbside Windshield Wiper Idler Arm Assemblies.
- 10142841This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove and Replace Exhaust Compartment Harness Heat Shield.
- 10140563This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Install CNG Diamond Decals on the Sides of the Vehicle. This is a new requirement of the NFPA 52 - April 2016 Edition which was missed due to a specification language interpretation. NFPA 52 - 15.2.11.1.5 "...In addition to the requirement in 15.2.11.1.2 for placement of the diamond-shaped label on the lower right rear of the vehicle, labels shall be affixed to each side of the power unit..." The "power unit" - is defined in the NFPA 52 as "the vehicle".
- 10133531This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Replace the Surge Tank Low Coolant Level Sensor.
- 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.
- 10127055This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Update Voltage Equalizer Programming.
- 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.
- 10117565This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure
Every New Flyer XN40 model year
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