Model year

2016 NEW Flyer XDE40

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year714k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 NEW Flyer XDE40 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

7 recall campaigns cover the 2016 NEW Flyer XDE40

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2016 NEW Flyer XDE40
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
25V-898Dec 19, 2025Antilock braking (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) module may lose communication and fail without illuminating the warning lightsStability and traction control6,673Software update
22V-943Dec 20, 2022Steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become looseSteering746Part replacement
21V-365May 18, 2021Sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leakFuel system3,600Part replacement
20V-462Aug 6, 2020Pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drivePowertrain164Part replacement
18V-615Sep 12, 2018Pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drivePowertrain386Part replacement
18V-155Mar 7, 2018Plastic end-caps of the drive shaft slip yoke may crack and failPowertrain979Part replacement
16V-223Apr 19, 2016These buses have an Electric Transit Operator (ETO) controller that controls the bus door motor function which may have a software defect which…Electrical system1,897Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 NEW Flyer XDE40

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    38 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • ITS61080 Mar 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Instructions to remove DEF sensor bypass calibration from engine ECM and new sensor installation AR - 18inch DEF tank CA emissions
    • ITS61267 Jan 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Instructions to replace current k-member with an upgraded casting design.
    • ITS61187 Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Instructions to Service to incorporate a PLC Update to prevent interlock activation when CAN speed messages are absent.
    • TSIB 22-13 Rev B Jul 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service bulletin increasing the torque value of a joint in a double-tilt steering column spline shaft.
    • ITS60458 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Instruction describing how to replace the air compressor scroll bearing access plug with a bait well plug.
    • 1603 NHTSA Mar 3, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Sec. 579.5 - Notices, bulletins, custoimer satisf ac tion campaigns, consumer advisories, and other communications.
    • ITS59105 Nov 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical instruction describing how to re-mark existing BAE HS300 ACTM dipsticks.
    • ITS58835 Jan 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Instruction describing how to download a program to the Vansco Programmable Logic Control (PLC) system on buses equipped with under-dash USB port.
    • ITS58838 Jan 31, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Instruction describing how to repair cracks in DEF tank bracket welds, and add reinforced support bracket to DEF tank area.
    • ITS58760 Oct 31, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Service Instruction Describing How to Replace the DEF Fluid Module/Pump Cover Assembly.
    • SMB187 Sep 13, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Manual Bulletin which stresses the need for safety when performing maintenance on the high voltage systems on your New Flyer vehicle.
    • SMB186 Sep 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Manual Bulletin providing revised, corrected or additional information for the Preventive Maintenance on buses specifically equipped with a Powerex direct drive air compressor.
    • SMB188 Sep 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically equipped vehicles with the Powerex belt driven air compressor.
    • ITS58474 Nov 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Rework Engine Mount for Water Belt Clearance.
    • SMB180 Aug 17, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather Tube Element on Buses Equipped with a Cummins Diesel ISL 07 or ISL 09 Engine.
    • SMB170 Jun 28, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Manual Bulletin provides a correction for the information regarding the replacement of the DEF tank suction filter.
    • ITS6754 Feb 28, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Update Battery Equalizer Programming.
    • SMB178 Jan 5, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
    • PMB049 Jan 5, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
    • ITS6724 Jan 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Replace the Air Compressor Filter.
    • SMB177 Dec 6, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Manual Bulletin provides new inspection and replacement requirements for the coolant hoses located above the SDS enclosure on specifically equipped buses.
    • ITS6706 Dec 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Rewire the Engine Compartment Cooling Fill Mode Switch
    • SMB176 Nov 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Manual Bulletin provides new information on how to check for proper chain tension, as measured by the chain deflection, while performing the ramp mechanism initial adjustments. This bulletin only applies to vehicles with New Flyer designed ramps.
    • SMB173 Aug 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure
    • PMB048 Aug 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Parts Manual bulletin provides information on the part numbers of the engine lift brackets
    • ITS6623 Aug 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Inspect Rear Axle Hub Spindle Nuts
    • ITS6602 Aug 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove And Replace Fuel Fitting
    • ITS6182 Feb 29, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Instruction to Remove and Reinstall Driver's Barrier with Loctite.
    • ITS6167 Feb 29, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Instruction to Rotate Current Sensor.
    • SMB168 Mar 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Manula Bulletin provides revised OEM information on the exhaust, after treatment System and DEF tank.
    • ITS6364 Sep 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REWORK HEAT EXCHANGER CABIN LOOP LINE AND ROUTING.
    • ITS6406 Oct 31, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO CORRECT INSTALLATION OF STEERING GEARBOX MOUNTING PLATE.
    • ITS6337 Oct 31, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO RETROFIT NEW AIR COMPRESSOR MOUNTING BRACKETS.
    • ITS6420 Nov 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION FOR AMEREX DISPLAY MODULE AND FIRMWARE VALIDATION
    • ITS6415 Nov 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REPLACE CHARGE AIR COOLING TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET
    • ITS6413 Nov 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REPLACE VERTICAL BOOSTER PUMP WITH A HORIZONTAL BOOSTER PUMP
    • ITS6307 Jun 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION - INSPECT REAR BUMPER AND RE-TORQUE MOUNTING HARDWARE IF REQUIRED - SPECIFICALLY EQUIPPED VEHILCES
    • ITS6234 Apr 30, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSPECT FRONT MASK SUPPORT BRACKET BOND AND REPAIR IF REQUIRED ON SPECIFICALLY EQUIPPED VEHICLES
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.