New Flyer XD60, XDE60 +8 more: Service brakes — air

Affects New Flyer XD60, XDE60, XN40, XN60, XDE40, XD40, XN35, XD35, XE40, XDE35 · 2013–2014 — about 731 vehicles.

The hazard

The binding of the piston may result in increased resistance while applying the brakes and the potential for brake drag once the brake pedal is released. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

New Flyer will notify owners and will replace the brake pedal mounting plate and the Brake Valve Actuator (BVA), free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-934-4876. New Flyer's number for this recall is R14-019.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational