NHTSA Recall 13V485000: Electrical system
New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 57 vehicles. It affects 2004–2006 New Flyer D40I.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V485000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R13-021 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 20, 2013 |
| Owner notification | November 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 D40I transit buses manufactured January 14, 2005, through October 19, 2006, and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers and DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Safety risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers and converters, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-982-8400. New Flyer's recall number is R13-021.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V485000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.