New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V827000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V827000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2015-2017 new flyer xd40 and xn60, 2015 xd60 and xde40 and 2013-2017 xn40 vehicles, equipped with certain kidde technologies, inc Includes 463 affected units, Fire Suppression System May Not Discharge, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2015-2017 new flyer xd40 and xn60, 2015 xd60 and xde40 and 2013-2017 xn40 vehicles, equipped with certain kidde technologies, inc
Defect Summary
New flyer of america, inc. (new flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 new flyer xd40 and xn60, 2015 xd60 and xde40 and 2013-2017 xn40 vehicles, equipped with certain kidde technologies, inc. (kti) kds-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. the actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action
New flyer has notified owners, and kti will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 29, 2018. owners may contact new flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. new flyer's number for this recall is r18-020.