Recall 26V279 affects 4 2022 New Flyer XE40 buses for an unlit speedometer. Software repair will be free once New Flyer opens it.
New Flyer is recalling 4 2022 XE40 transit buses because a defect keeps the speedometer from illuminating when the headlights are on. An unlit speedometer leaves the driver without a visible speed reading, increasing crash risk, and the New Flyer dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The dash cluster in the 2022 New Flyer XE40 is the instrument panel module the driver reads from the seat. It includes the speedometer display, which shows road speed and is supposed to remain readable when the headlights are on during night operation.
On affected buses, the dash cluster software used the wrong signal for speedometer illumination. When the headlights are switched on, that programming does not turn on the speedometer lighting as required. The speedometer itself is still the road-speed display, but the driver loses the lit display needed to read it in low light. The repair is updated software that corrects the signal so the speedometer illuminates with the headlights.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows up when the headlights are turned on and the speedometer does not light, especially during night-run checks or operation in dark conditions.
Who's affected?
| 2022 New Flyer XE40 | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
An unlit speedometer leaves the driver without a visible speed reading and increases crash risk. If the display goes dark, avoid guessing speed and arrange service through the owner or fleet maintenance contact. Repair will be free at any franchised New Flyer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 New Flyer XE40 is included in this recall.
- Wait for New Flyer's owner letter, expected June 15, 2026, before scheduling the free software update.
- Contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947 with questions, and reference recall number 26V279 when you call.
- Schedule the free software update that restores speedometer illumination when the headlights are on once New Flyer opens the repair.
- Avoid operating the bus if the speedometer is not visible with the headlights on.
What happens at the repair
When the repair opens, a New Flyer technician will update the software that controls the speedometer display. The work addresses the speedometer not illuminating when the headlights are on. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. New Flyer uses its general reimbursement plan for this recall. If you already paid for a related speedometer illumination repair before the owner letter, keep your repair order and payment documentation, then contact New Flyer customer service to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| May 1, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V279?
Recall 26V279 covers 4 2022 New Flyer XE40 transit buses with speedometer software that can leave the speedometer unlit when the headlights are on. An unlit speedometer cannot show vehicle speed, increasing crash risk. New Flyer will update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2022 New Flyer XE40 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 26V279. If it is, contact a franchised New Flyer dealer or New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947 to arrange the software update. The repair is free.
Is the New Flyer recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and New Flyer says it will update the software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2022 New Flyer XE40 buses.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V279?
The risk is that the driver cannot see the vehicle's speed when the speedometer is unlit. That loss of speed information increases crash risk. The fix is a free software update from New Flyer.
When will New Flyer notify owners about recall 26V279?
New Flyer expects to mail owner notification letters on June 15, 2026. The letter should explain how to arrange the free software update. You can check your VIN before the letter arrives if you need to confirm whether a specific 2022 XE40 bus is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V279000 |
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| New Flyer customer service | 1-800-241-2947 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V279 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V279000 |
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →