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Vehicle recall 13V459000 · September 20, 2013

2012 New Flyer XN40

In the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame.

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 XN40 transit buses manufactured October 30, 2012, through November 27, 2012, and equipped with certain Sportworks Northwest Apex 3 bicycle racks. In the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. Over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.
Consequence
If the latch handle and tube fall from the rack it would create a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners and Sportworks Northwest will replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-800-665-2637 or Sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2. New Flyer's campaign number is R13-022.
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
13V459000
Reported to NHTSA
September 20, 2013
Filed by
New Flyer Industries Ltd.
Manufacturer campaign
R13-022
Owner notification
October 30, 2013
Vehicles potentially affected
12
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Equipment
Recall 13V459000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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