NHTSA Recall 24V056000: Fluid/coolant (electrical system)
New Flyer of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 337 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the New Flyer XE35.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V056000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R24-02 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY › THERMAL MANAGEMENT › FLUID/COOLANT |
| Report received | January 31, 2024 |
| Owner notification | March 14, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40, 2021-2024 XE60, and 2023-2024 XHE40 vehicles. One or more drain valves may not activate as intended, which could allow battery packs to accumulate liquid in the battery pack enclosure.
Safety risk
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure may lead to an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer will remove the rubber washer from the affected drain valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R24-02. This recall is in addition to NHTSA recall number 23V-083. Certain vehicles are affected by both recalls and will need to have both remedies performed.
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 24V056000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XE35 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| New Flyer XE60 | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| New Flyer XHE40 | 2023, 2024 |
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.