New Flyer Xde40 — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Dec 19, 2025
Model years: 2026
On certain transit buses, a software problem could cause the antilock braking system (ABS) warning light not to turn on if there's a problem with the ABS.
Also affects: New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xd60, New Flyer Xe35, New Flyer Xe40, New Flyer Xe60
New Flyer Xde40 — Powertrain
High risk
Mar 8, 2018
Model years: 2017
On certain buses, the sidewalls of the driveshaft's slip yoke were modified and may fracture and fatigue because they are too thin. This could result in failure of the driveshaft,
Also affects: New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xd60, New Flyer Xde60, New Flyer Xn40
New Flyer Xde40 — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 31, 2017
Model years: 2017
On certain buses, the latching mechanism of the driver's seat belt buckle may prevent the tongue of the seat belt from being inserted into the latch assembly. If the seat belt is u
Also affects: New Flyer Md30, New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xd60
New Flyer Xde40 — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jan 22, 2016
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012
Certain buses equipped with a Recaro ERGO-M driver seats may be missing welds on the seat structure. As a result, the seatbelt anchorage assembly could separate from the seat struc
Also affects: New Flyer D40lf, New Flyer D40lfr, New Flyer D60lfr, New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xd60
New Flyer Xde40 — Other
High risk
Dec 14, 2012
Model years: 2009
On certain vehicles, an inspection panel located above the driveshaft, in the passenger compartment flooring, may not be of sufficient strength to prevent foreign matter from enter
Also affects: New Flyer D40lf
New Flyer Xde40 — Brakes
High risk
Oct 24, 2012
Model years: 2011
On certain buses, the brake chambers may develop an air leak, which could cause partial parking brake application. Parking brake drag could result in a fire causing property damage
Also affects: New Flyer D60lfr, New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xde60, New Flyer Xn60
New Flyer Xde40 — Engine
High risk
Dec 28, 2011
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain buses, the instrument panel may fail to display the "Check Engine" or "Stop Engine" indicator lamps. As a result, the engine may enter de-rate or shutdown mode without g
Also affects: New Flyer Xd40, New Flyer Xn60
New Flyer Xde40 — Other
High risk
Mar 1, 2010
Model years: 2009
On certain vehicles, an inspection panel located above the driveshaft, in the passenger compartment flooring, may not be of sufficient strength to prevent foreign matter from enter
Also affects: New Flyer C40lf