Improperly torqued tie rod clamp
Defect Summary
New flyer industries ltd. (new flyer) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 new flyer xde40 and xd40, 2014 xd60, xn35 and xn60, 2015 xde35, and 2013-2015 xn40 transit buses. the affected vehicles may be equipped with an improperly torqued front axle center link retaining clamp on the tie rod. as a result, the tie rod may disconnect, causing a loss of steering.
Safety Consequence
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
New flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that the center link retaining clamp is properly torqued. any components displaying play or movement will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on october 1, 2015. owners may contact new flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. new flyer's number for this recall is r15-015.
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FAQ: Recall 15V562000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V562000?
NHTSA recall 15V562000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on September 4, 2015. It addresses: Improperly torqued tie rod clamp. The recall affects approximately 432 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V562000 or the manufacturer campaign number R15-015. 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.