Liquid in battery packs may cause fire
Defect Summary
New flyer of america, inc. (new flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 xe35, xe40, 2021-2024 xe60, and 2023-2024 xhe40 vehicles. one or more drain valves may not activate as intended, which could allow battery packs to 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
New flyer will remove the rubber washer from the affected drain valves, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 14, 2024. owners may contact new flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. new flyer's number for this recall is r24-02. this recall is in addition to nhtsa recall number 23v-083. certain vehicles are affected by both recalls and will need to have both remedies performed.
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FAQ: Recall 24V056000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V056000?
NHTSA recall 24V056000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on January 31, 2024. It addresses: Liquid in battery packs may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 337 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 24V056000 or the manufacturer campaign number R24-02. 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.