2013–2022 New Flyer XDE35, 2013–2022 New Flyer XDE40, 2013–2022 New Flyer XDE60 and 5 other models Recall: Steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose
NHTSA campaign 22V943000 · Steering · filed Dec 20, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
The risk
A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer | XDE35 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XDE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XDE60 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XE40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XE60 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XN40 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XT40 | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| New Flyer | XT60 | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V943000 (manufacturer number R22-035). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.