NHTSA Recall 23V897000: Vehicle speed control
New Flyer of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 246 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the New Flyer XE35.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V897000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R23-023 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | December 22, 2023 |
| Owner notification | February 13, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40 and 2023 XE60 battery electric transit buses. Due to a software error, unintended acceleration may occur during certain conditions.
Safety risk
Unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-023.
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 23V897000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XE35 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| New Flyer XE60 | 2023 |
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.