New Flyer Recall 26V279000: Electrical System, Instrument Panel, Speedometer/odometer
NHTSA recall 26V279000 · announced May 1, 2026 · filed by New Flyer Of America, Inc. · 4 units affected
The problem
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2022 XE40 transit buses. The speedometer may not illuminate when the headlights are turned on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
The risk
An unlit speedometer cannot show the vehicle's speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Official NHTSA recall notice →
Vehicles covered by this recall
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.