Steering
- Component
- Steering
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 55
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-08-24
- Owners notified
- 2022-09-02
Defect description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XD40, XD60, XDE40, 2022 XN35, XE40, XN40, and 2021 XN60 transit buses. The steering gears may have been incorrectly assembled, which can cause the gear to fracture.
Safety risk
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear if required, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 2, 2022. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-026.