AI Damage2021 NEW Flyer XD60: common problems
The maker issued 8 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 8
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Thermo-King has issued a Service Bulletin (SB866-1) related to the clutch bearing maintenance on their…
Thermo-King has issued a Service Bulletin (SB866-1) related to the clutch bearing maintenance on their QS616 HVAC screw compressor. New Flyer is issuing this Technical Service Information Bulletin to notify New Flyer…
- Instructions to Service to remove bypassed engine calibration from ECM and replace DEF sensor as required
- Instruction to Service 60838 to check/replace fuse box mounting hardware as required
- This technical instruction describes how to replace dust covers and seal and protect the harnesses…
This technical instruction describes how to replace dust covers and seal and protect the harnesses associated with the Smart Rider suspension leveling system for buses with components only installed on the front axle.
- This Instruction to Service describes how to install a reminder decal for the SDS panel retaining lanyard…
This Instruction to Service describes how to install a reminder decal for the SDS panel retaining lanyard on specifically equipped buses.
- This Instruction to Service (ITS) decribes the inspection procedure required to inspect the upper bulkhead…
This Instruction to Service (ITS) decribes the inspection procedure required to inspect the upper bulkhead brakets for cracks, on the articulation joint of a sixty foot bus.
- Technical Instruction describing hos to remove, rework, and replace the stop request sign support bracket,…
Technical Instruction describing hos to remove, rework, and replace the stop request sign support bracket, to promote clearance for electrical wiring.
- Technical Instruction discribing how to replace the interal spring in a fuel tank Level Control Valve (LVC)
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 NEW Flyer XD60?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 8 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 NEW Flyer XD60?
NHTSA lists 8 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 NEW Flyer XD60 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.