Brake circuit supply lines installation/fmvss 121
Defect Summary
New flyer industries ltd. (new flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 xd40 buses manufactured may 24, 2013, through september 5, 2013; model year 2013 xn40 buses manufactured april 18, 2013, through september 11, 2013; model year 2013 xd60 buses manufactured may 31, 2013, through september 5, 2013; and model year 2013 xde40 buses manufactured on may 17, 2013. the color coded air lines to the e-6 brake treadle valve may have been installed incorrectly. thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a loss of air supply pressure in the rear air reservoir, there would be a loss of service braking effect on both the front and rear axles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
New flyer has notified owners, and dealers will inspect, and correct the air line routing, as needed, free of charge. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400. new flyer's recall number is r13-023.
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FAQ: Recall 13V487000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V487000?
NHTSA recall 13V487000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on October 17, 2013. It addresses: Brake circuit supply lines installation/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 119 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 13V487000 or the manufacturer campaign number R13-023. 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.