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NHTSA Recall 16V678000: Fuel system, other

Do not drive New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the New Flyer XN40.

38
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2016
owners notified (September 28)
NHTSA campaign16V678000
Manufacturer campaignR16-026
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Report receivedSeptember 20, 2016
Owner notificationSeptember 28, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2016 New Flyer XN60 and XN40 Xcelsior transit buses manufactured June 22, 2016, to September 14, 2016, powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The pressure relief device (PRD) of the CNG system may fracture and separate, allowing a high pressure release of CNG.

Safety risk

An unexpected release of CNG gas in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

New Flyer has notified owners, and dealers will install new a vent tubing system and replace the PRD, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R16-026. Note: Owners are advised to remove the vehicles from operation until the recall remedy can be applied.

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 16V678000

Make and modelModel years
New Flyer XN402016
New Flyer XN602016

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.