Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

22V943000

ManufacturerNew Flyer of America, Inc.Reported2022-12-20Affected746 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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

A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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