Ignition: switchRecall 13V-221 · New Flyer vehicles
New Flyer Industries Ltd. recall 13V-221 covers 188 New Flyer vehicles for a ignition: switch problem, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V221000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.
The fix
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.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.