Vehicle recall 13V221000 · May 28, 2013
New Flyer XN40, XN60 and 5 more models
In the affected buses, the push-to-start button switch may have a weak return spring, allowing the engine to start unexpectedly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- New Flyer Industries is recalling certain model year 2012 XD35 and XD40, model year 2013 XD60, XDE40 and XDE60 and model year 2012-2013 XN40 and XN60 transit buses. In the affected buses, the push-to-start button switch may have a weak return spring, allowing the engine to start unexpectedly.
- Consequence
- If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.
- Remedy
- New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the switches free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's recall number is R13-014.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V221000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 28, 2013
- Filed by
- New Flyer Industries Ltd.
- Manufacturer campaign
- R13-014
- Owner notification
- June 19, 2013
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 188
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- New Flyer XD35 (2012): 2012
- New Flyer XD40 (2012): 2012
- New Flyer XD60 (2013): 2013
- New Flyer XDE40 (2013): 2013
- New Flyer XDE60 (2013): 2013
- New Flyer XN40 (2012-2013): 2013, 2012
- New Flyer XN60 (2012-2013): 2013, 2012
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