Liquid in battery packs may cause fire
Defect Summary
New flyer of america, inc. (new flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2022 xe35, 2021-2023 xe40, and 2021-2022 xe60 electric buses. one or more battery packs may accumulate liquid in the battery pack enclosure.
Safety Consequence
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure may lead to an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
If liquid accumulation is found, the bus should not be operated, and should be parked outside and away from structures until repaired. dealers will add four holes and automatic activating drain valves to each battery pack enclosure, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 3, 2023. owners may contact new flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. new flyer's number for this recall is r23-002.
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FAQ: Recall 23V083000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V083000?
NHTSA recall 23V083000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on February 15, 2023. It addresses: Liquid in battery packs may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 219 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V083000 or the manufacturer campaign number R23-002. 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.