NHTSA Recall 21V244000: Inverter (electrical system)
New Flyer of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 227 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the New Flyer XE35.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V244000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R21-005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › INVERTER |
| Report received | April 7, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 19, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2021 XE40, 2019-2021 XE35, 2018-2021 XE60, 2016-2019 XHE40, and 2015 XHE60 vehicles. Firmware errors in the inverters may cause the electric drive system to shutdown.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will update firmware software, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R21-005.
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 21V244000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XE35 | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| New Flyer XE60 | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| New Flyer XHE40 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| New Flyer XHE60 | 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.