Driveline: driveshaftRecall 23V-722 · New Flyer vehicles

New Flyer of America, Inc. recall 23V-722 covers 2,351 New Flyer vehicles for a driveline: driveshaft problem, reported to NHTSA on October 26, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 60% of affected vehicles repaired.

60%
Vehicles repaired1,407 of 2,351 · 2025 Q3
Vehicles affected2,3514 models
ReportedOct 26, 2023Owners notified Dec 9, 2023
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V722000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2019-2024 XD35, XD40, XN35, and XN40 transit buses. The transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.

The risk

A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

New Flyer will work with the equipment manufacturer, Allison Transmission Inc., to inspect, and if necessary, tighten loose transmission yoke bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-20.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

60%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2023 Q42025 Q3