Software Error May Cause Unintended Acceleration or Deceleration
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | New Flyer of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 26V151000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/13/2026 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,196 |
| Completion Rate | 0% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2021-2026 XE40, 2023-2025 XE60, 2023-2026 XHE40, and 2024-2026 XHE60 transit buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2. An inverter software error may cause unintended acceleration or deceleration in certain conditions.
Issue
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
New Flyer will update the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 8, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
