Recall of 2022 New Flyer XE40 Transit Buses Due to Speedometer Illumination Issue
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New Flyer of America is recalling four 2022 XE40 transit buses because the speedometer may not illuminate when headlights are on, violating federal safety standards and increasing crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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Recall Article
What Happened
New Flyer of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 XE40 transit buses because the speedometer may not illuminate when the headlights are turned on. This issue causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2022 New Flyer XE40 transit buses, with a total of 4 units affected. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V279000. No specific model numbers, UPCs, date ranges beyond the 2022 model year, or regional information were provided.
What You Should Do
Owners should expect notification letters to be mailed on June 15, 2026, and contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947 for a free software update to address the issue.
Why This Matters
An unlit speedometer can prevent drivers from seeing the vehicle's speed, which increases the risk of a crash. This recall highlights the importance of proper instrument panel functionality for vehicle safety.
Source
Attributed to NHTSA, campaign number 26V279000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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