Nova BUS NOVA LFS

This model has recorded recalls in US but none on file for CA, AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIRUS

    A delay in the application of the parking brake may result in the bus rolling forward or rearward a few feet, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHTUS

    If the ABS malfunction light does not illuminate if the ABS control unit loses power, the driver would not be aware that the ABS is not functional and that the brakes may unexpectedly lock up under certain conditions when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    The incorrectly positioned retaining ring may allow the air line to detach, compromising the rear axle braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    If the rear exit door does not open and close as expected, there is an increased risk of injury to bus occupants.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCKUS

    Without a functioning antilock brake system, there is an increased risk of a crash.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEMUS

    If the components are exposed to hot exhaust gases, there is an increased risk of a fire.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS

    A battery cable that shorts to ground increases the risk of a fire.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLYUS

    DETERIORATION OF THESE O-RINGS MAY OCCUR AND LEAKING OR SEEPAGE OF HYDRAULIC OIL.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RINGUS

    THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE INADVERTENTLY EVEN WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REARUS

    An emergency exit that is difficult to open may hinder egress in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTIONUS

    LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    Failure of the crimping rimgs may affect the braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    If the incorrectly wired circuit short circuits, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS

    THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED A CONSEQUENCE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    THE BOLTS CAN BE WORN PREMATURELY AND BREAK OFF, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTUS

    If the axle half shaft fails, the bus would be disabled, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REARUS

    In the event the egress window fails during an emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the bus placing them at risk of injury.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORUS

    Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS

    A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    SERVICE BRAKESUS

    This condition could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Nova BUS NOVA LFSdate unknown
    SEATSUS

    If the seat detaches from the wall, there is an increased risk of injury.

Canada

No recorded recalls for this model in Canada.

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.