NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2019–2025 NEW Flyer XE35 and 4 more recall: High Voltage Battery May Overheat and Cause Fire
- Recall number
- 25V566000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 1170
- Hazard tags
- Fire
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| NEW Flyer | XE35 | 2019–2025 |
| NEW Flyer | XE40 | 2013–2025 |
| NEW Flyer | XE60 | 2019–2025 |
| NEW Flyer | XHE40 | 2023–2025 |
| NEW Flyer | XHE60 | 2024–2025 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013, 2017-2025 XE40, 2019-2025 XE60, XE35, 2023-2025 XHE40, and 2024-2025 XHE60 buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
Consequence
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
What should you do?
New Flyer will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. New Flyer will also update the BMS software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V566000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.