New Flyer Recalls Transit Buses Due to Unintended Acceleration and Deceleration Risk

What Happened

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) has issued a recall for several models of transit buses due to a software error in the inverter. The affected vehicles are equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems (versions V1 and V2). This software defect can cause the buses to experience unintended acceleration or deceleration while in operation.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves approximately 1,196 units. The following transit bus models and year ranges are included:

• 2021-2025 XE35
• 2021-2026 XE40
• 2023-2025 XE60
• 2023-2026 XHE40
• 2024-2026 XHE60

These vehicles are specifically those equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2.

What You Should Do

New Flyer will update the inverter software on all affected vehicles free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed out by May 8, 2026. Owners and fleet operators may contact New Flyer’s customer service department at 1-800-241-2947 for further instructions and assistance regarding this recall.

Why This Matters

Unintended acceleration or deceleration poses a significant safety hazard as it can lead to a loss of vehicle control. Such unpredictable movement increases the risk of a crash, potentially resulting in injuries to passengers, drivers, and others on the road.

Source

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Campaign Number 26V151000.