Parts may fall from bicycle rack
Defect Summary
New flyer industries is recalling certain model year 2012 xn40 transit buses manufactured october 30, 2012, through november 27, 2012, and equipped with certain sportworks northwest apex 3 bicycle racks. in the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.
Safety Consequence
If the latch handle and tube fall from the rack it would create a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
New flyer will notify owners and sportworks northwest will replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. the recall began on october 30, 2013. owners may contact new flyer at 1-800-665-2637 or sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2. new flyer's campaign number is r13-022.
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FAQ: Recall 13V459000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V459000?
NHTSA recall 13V459000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on September 20, 2013. It addresses: Parts may fall from bicycle rack. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V459000 or the manufacturer campaign number R13-022. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.