2016 New Flyer Xt60 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2016 compare to other Xt60 years?

Xt60 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V943000SteeringDecember 20, 2022 · 746 units

Defect

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.

Consequence

A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.

18V394000BrakesJune 12, 2018 · 908 units

Defect

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2014-2016 New Flyer XT60, 2014-2017 New Flyer XN60 and XD60, and 2015-2017 New Flyer XDE60 urban transit buses equipped with ZF Axles that have radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence

Breakage of the guide pin can cause a reduction of braking ability and an increase in stopping distances, or a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a bushing kit and reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-010.

2016 New Flyer Xt60 — common questions

Is the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2016 New Flyer Xt60. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2016 compare to other Xt60 years?

Does the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 have recalls?

2016 New Flyer Xt60 — common questions

Is the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 reliable?

Does the 2016 New Flyer Xt60 have recalls?

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