Propulsion system: inverterRecall 26V-151 · New Flyer vehicles
New Flyer of America, Inc. recall 26V-151 covers 1,196 New Flyer vehicles for a propulsion system: inverter problem, reported to NHTSA on March 13, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V151000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2021-2026 XE40, 2023-2025 XE60, 2023-2026 XHE40, and 2024-2026 XHE60 transit buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2. An inverter software error may cause unintended acceleration or deceleration in certain conditions.
The risk
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
New Flyer will update the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
97%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 3, 2021 to March 6, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.