Defect Description For Recall
New Flyer Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011 Xde35 And Model Year 2010-2012 Xde40 Heavy Duty Transit Buses. Over Time Particulate Debris Can Accumulate In The Lithium-Ion Energy Storage System (Ess), And In ConjunCTIon With Moisture, Can Breach The Electrical Isolation Of The High Voltage Battery Pack. A ConduCTIve Path Can Be Created If The Electrical Isolation Is Breached At Both Ends Of The Battery.
Make Of Vehicle
NEW FLYER
Model Of Vehicle
XDE40
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
12V132000
Component Description
Electrical System:Propulsion System:TrAction Battery
Effect Of Defect
If This Condition Occurs, Unintentional Discharge Of The Batteryøs Stored Energy Can Result, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
New Flyer Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Install An Electrical Contactor And Modify The Li-Ion Ess, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On April 5, 2012. Owners May Contact New Flyer At 1-204-224-6706.
Vehicle Manufacturer
New Flyer Industries Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
89
Date Owners Notified
20120405
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20120326
Make Campaign Number
R12-005