19 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Posted on: 2016-03-04
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 lfs and lfs artic vehicles manufactured from january 1, 2014, through february 15, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the pin on the wiper idler arm may strip causing the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Consequence
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, visibility will be decreased, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper idler arm, free of charge. The recall began on april 21, 2016. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr3601.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2020-08-05
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2016 lfs and lfs artic buses equipped with specific allison transmission drive units. The pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.
Consequence
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, offloading passengers to transfer them to another bus can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and allison transmissions will replace the c1 and c2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began september 15, 2020. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr4943.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - SEATS
Posted on: 2019-07-03
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2014-2017 lfs and lfs artic buses equipped with ussc cantilever seats. The hardware used to attach the cantilever seats to the side rail may have been improperly tightened. As a result, the cantilever seat may drop to the floor.
Consequence
If the cantilever seat drops while it is occupied, there is an increased risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat rails and hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began august 30, 2019. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr4663.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2019-04-07
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2011-2019 lfs city buses. The engine door fan electrical connector may not be able to handle the required current and may overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Consequence
A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector, free of charge. The recall began may 21, 2019. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr4595.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Posted on: 2020-06-16
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2016-2019 lfs buses. The safety mechanism that automatically re-opens the pneumatic rear passenger door in case of an obstruction may be inactive under certain conditions, allowing the doors to continue to close.
Consequence
The rear doors may continue to close while an occupant is in the doorway, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners and will update the software for the safety mechanism, free of charge. The recall began july 9, 2020. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2020-06-16
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2016-2019 lfs buses. The safety mechanism that automatically re-opens the pneumatic rear passenger door in case of an obstruction may be inactive under certain conditions, allowing the doors to continue to close.
Consequence
The rear doors may continue to close while an occupant is in the doorway, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners and will update the software for the safety mechanism, free of charge. The recall began july 9, 2020. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-14
Description
Nova bus is recalling certain 2016-2020 lfs and lfs artic vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 9, 2021. Owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #8 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 lfs buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin may 2021. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 lfs buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin may 2021. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #10 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 lfs buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin may 2021. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #11 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 lfs buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin may 2021. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 23, 2022. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #13 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 23, 2022. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #14 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #15 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #16 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #17 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #18 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #19 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2022-12-08
Description
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 lfs and 2009-2012 lfs artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamp, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 31, 2023. Owners may contact nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is cr5350/5351.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.