High voltage battery system may short circuit
Defect Summary
New flyer of america, inc. (new flyer) is recalling certain 2019 xe35, 2021-2025 xe35, xe40, and xe60 transit buses. The high voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when charging to near or full capacity.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Owners are also advised to avoid charging vehicles above 75% capacity. New flyer will replace the batteries, free of charge. This is a phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 35 buses. New flyer notified owners on 3/24/2026. Phase 2 will include 100 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 6/15/2026. Phase 3 will include 120 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 9/16/2026. Phase 4 will include 120 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 12/14/2026. Phase 5 will include 120 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 3/15/2027. Phase 6 will include 80 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 6/14/2027. Phase 7 will include 80 buses. New flyer will notify owners on or about 9/27/2027. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed november 12, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact new flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
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FAQ: Recall 25V631000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V631000?
NHTSA recall 25V631000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on September 20, 2025. It addresses: High voltage battery system may short circuit. The recall affects approximately 655 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 25V631000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. 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.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.