2013–2017 New Flyer XN40 & 2015–2017 New Flyer XD40 + 3 more recall: equipment
⚠️ What's wrong
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 extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.
💥 The risk
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
🔧 The fix
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.
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V827000
- Manufacturer recall #
- R18-020
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 463
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Nov 29, 2018
- Built
- Jul 24, 2015 – Oct 17, 2017
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- 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.safercar.gov.