2018 NEW FLYER XE40 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2018 NEW FLYER XE40 has 0 complaints and 20 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical and steering components as reflected in the recall data.

There are 20 recalls affecting various vehicle systems. The recalls primarily involve the propulsion and electrical systems, steering components, and software defects that present fire and safety risks.

• Traction battery defects. NHTSA recall 25V566000 affects 1,170 vehicles due to an inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software. These defects may cause the battery module to overheat, increasing fire risk. New Flyer will inspect and replace the battery module as needed and update the BMS software free of charge. Owner notification is expected by October 17, 2025.
• Steering column connection. Recall 22V943000 impacts 746 buses with a double tilt steering column. The connection to the upper steering shaft can become loose, potentially causing loss of steering and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace steering column and shaft components at no cost. Notifications were mailed February 1, 2023.
• Inverter firmware errors. Recall 21V244000 covers 227 vehicles where firmware errors in the inverter may cause the electric drive system to shut down suddenly. This sudden power loss raises crash risk. Dealers will update inverter firmware free of charge. The recall started April 19, 2021.

Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved issues related to these recalls or other safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law.