NHTSA Recall 18V020000: Antilock (service brakes)
New Flyer of America Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 283 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the New Flyer XD40.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V020000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R18-001 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › ANTILOCK |
| Report received | January 9, 2018 |
| Owner notification | January 11, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2017 XD40, XDE40, XN40, XT60, and 2016-2017 XDE60 transit buses. The air brake hose connections for the front axle ABS modulator valves may not be properly tightened, possibly resulting in the air brake hose disconnecting. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
If the brake hose disconnects from the ABS modulator valve, there will be no brake force applied to either of the front axle brake assemblies, lengthening the needed braking distance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and will reconnect the air hose using the proper tightness, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-001.
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 18V020000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XD40 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2016, 2017 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 2017 |
| New Flyer XT60 | 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.