2019 NEW FLYER XE40 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2019 NEW FLYER XE40 has 0 complaints and 20 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues involving electrical system components such as the propulsion system and steering column through various recalls. No direct complaint data is available from owners.
The vehicle is subject to multiple recalls affecting key safety and propulsion systems. These recalls address potential overheating of the traction battery, loose steering column connections, and firmware errors in the inverter system. Repairs and software updates are provided free of charge.
Recalls- Traction battery overheating. (NHTSA Recall 25V566000) A defect in the battery busbar weld and incorrect battery management software may cause overheating of the battery module in 1170 vehicles. Overheating increases fire risk. Repairs include inspection, battery module replacement, and software updates.
- Steering column looseness. (NHTSA Recall 22V943000) Loose steering column connection to the upper steering shaft found in 746 vehicles may cause loss of steering and crash risk. Dealers replace affected steering components free of charge.
- Inverter firmware error. (NHTSA Recall 21V244000) Firmware errors in inverter systems can cause electric drive shutdown in 227 vehicles. Sudden power loss raises crash risk. Dealers update inverter firmware to resolve the issue.
Owners facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a qualified attorney could provide information on available legal remedies.
2019 NEW FLYER XE40 Summary
2019
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
2143
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2019 NEW FLYER XE40
1170 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013, 2017-2025 XE40, 2019-2025 XE60, XE35, 2023-2025 XHE40, and 2024-2025 XHE60 buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
Risk: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
2019 NEW FLYER XE40
746 vehicles affected
STEERING:COLUMN
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
Risk: A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 NEW FLYER XE40
227 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2021 XE40, 2019-2021 XE35, 2018-2021 XE60, 2016-2019 XHE40, and 2015 XHE60 vehicles. Firmware errors in the inverters may cause the electric drive system to shutdown.
Risk: A sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.