New Flyer XD40, XD60, XDE40 and others: Equipment

Date

Nov. 22, 2018

Filed by

New Flyer of America Inc.

Vehicles

New Flyer XD40 (2015, 2016, 2017); New Flyer XD60 (2015); New Flyer XDE40 (2015); New Flyer XN40 (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017); New Flyer XN60 (2015, 2016, 2017)

Component

Equipment

Description of the defect

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.

Potentially affected

463

What can happen

If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.

Recall 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.

Owner notification date

Nov. 29, 2018

Manufacturer campaign number

R18-020

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

18V827000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.