NHTSA Recall 16V223000: Software (electrical system)
New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,897 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the New Flyer C40LFR.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V223000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R16-005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | April 19, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 4, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 C40LFR, XN35, 2014-2016 XD35, XD60, XDE40, 2015-2016 XD40, XDE60, 2014 XDE35, 2013-2015 XE40, 2013-2016 XN40, XN60, and 2014-2015 XT40, and XT60 transit buses. These buses have an Electric Transit Operator (ETO) controller that controls the bus door motor function which may have a software defect which can cause failure of the rear door guide roller linkage resulting in a bus' rear door opening unexpectedly while the bus is in motion.
Safety risk
If the rear bus door opens unexpectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a firmware upgrade, and replace the roller bracket plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R16-005.
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 16V223000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2013 |
| New Flyer XD35 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XD40 | 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XD60 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XDE35 | 2014 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| New Flyer XN35 | 2013 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XN60 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer XT40 | 2014, 2015 |
| New Flyer XT60 | 2014, 2015 |
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.