NHTSA Recall 17V539000: Buckle assembly (seat belts) and seat belts
New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 214 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the New Flyer MD30.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V539000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R17-017 |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | August 30, 2017 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2016 MD30, 2016 MD35, 2017 XD35, XD60, XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XN35 and 2016-2017 XD40 and XN40 transit buses, equipped with certain Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats (models Ergo R, Ergo D, AM71, AM72 and AM80). The seat belt buckle may be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked.
Safety risk
If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners and work with the supplier to replace the buckle housings, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyers' number for this recall is R17-017.
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 17V539000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer MD30 | 2015, 2016 |
| New Flyer MD35 | 2016 |
| New Flyer XD35 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XD40 | 2016, 2017 |
| New Flyer XD60 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XDE35 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XN35 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 2016, 2017 |
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.