NHTSA Recall 22V943000: Column (steering)
New Flyer of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 746 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the New Flyer XDE35.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V943000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R22-035 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | December 20, 2022 |
| Owner notification | February 1, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
Safety risk
A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V943000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XDE35 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XE60 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XT40 | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer XT60 | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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.