2018 NEW FLYER XDE40 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2018 NEW FLYER XDE40 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to driveline, steering, fuel system, and transmission components as indicated by the recalls. No owner complaints have been officially recorded.

There are five recalls affecting various critical systems on these buses. The recalls cover steering columns, fuel injection systems, drive shafts, and automatic transmissions. Each recall addresses potential safety risks due to component failures or defects.

• Steering column loose connection. NHTSA recall 22V943000 affects 746 vehicles. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose, risking loss of steering leading to a crash. Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components free of charge.
• Fuel rail leak risk. Recall 21V365000 covers 3,600 buses. The sealing washer may fail to seat properly, causing high pressure fuel rail leaks. Fuel leaks near ignition sources increase fire risk. Inspections and replacements of faulty rails are performed at no cost.
• Drive shaft end-cap failure. Affected by recall 18V155000, 979 vehicles have plastic end-caps on the driveshaft slip yoke that may crack and fail. Such failure results in loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers inspect and replace faulty drive shafts free of charge.
• Transmission pressure switch failure. Recall 18V615000 involves 386 vehicles with Allison hybrid drive units. Pressure switches may fail, leading to loss of drive and possible vehicle disablement. Allison service centers replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches at no cost.

Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues involving safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consultation with a qualified attorney could help clarify legal options available to affected bus operators.