NHTSA Recall 26V151000: Inverter (electrical system)
New Flyer of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,196 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the New Flyer XE35.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V151000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › INVERTER |
| Report received | March 13, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2021-2026 XE40, 2023-2025 XE60, 2023-2026 XHE40, and 2024-2026 XHE60 transit buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2. An inverter software error may cause unintended acceleration or deceleration in certain conditions.
Safety risk
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V151000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XE35 | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| New Flyer XE40 | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| New Flyer XE60 | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| New Flyer XHE40 | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| New Flyer XHE60 | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.