2016 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC
11 recalls — 0 complaints — 183 TSBs
24V647000 Nov 5, 2024
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2010-2020 LFS Artic and 2012-2024 LFS vehicles. The driver's seat belt may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence
A seat belt that does not retract properly may result in a loose seat belt, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will install additional seat stoppers to the driver's rear partition, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 4, 2025. Nova's number for this recall is CR5635. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-350. Vehicles that were previously... Read more
24V558000 Jul 25, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CHAMBER
Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2016-2019 LFS and LFS Artic buses. The brake chamber on the rear axle may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in an air leak.
Consequence
A brake chamber air leak may cause the brakes to engage unexpectedly, which can overheat the brakes and increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, unexpected braking can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will inspect and replace the brake chamber as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 02, 2024. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5619.
23V714000 Oct 25, 2023
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2019 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses. The attachment hardware may have been incorrectly installed beneath the rear wheel well passenger seats, allowing the seat to detach from the frame.
Consequence
A detached passenger seat may inadequately restrain a passenger during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Nova Bus will inspect and replace the attachment hardware as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus ... Read more
22V323000 May 11, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2016-2020 LFS and 2013-2022 LFS Artic buses. The momentary STOP and YIELD text message board is duplicating the stop light and turn signal light signals. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety ... Read more
Consequence
The momentary text message board duplicating light signals may cause confusion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will coordinate with Prevost Service Centers to remove the momentary text message board duplicating light signals and associated equipment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for... Read more
21V351000 May 14, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect 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.
Remedy
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.
20V457000 Aug 5, 2020
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect 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.
Remedy
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.
19V511000 Jul 2, 2019
SEATS
Defect 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.
Remedy
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.
18V829000 Nov 26, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Nova LFS Artic transit buses. A fault code in the engine may cause the vehicle to operate at zero velocity and lack of dampening reducing vehicle stability.
Consequence
If there is a loss of vehicle stability, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hubner ACU software, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4422.
18V299000 May 7, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses, equipped with axles with 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.
Consequence
Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners and dealers will install new guide pins at each wheel end on suspect axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4079.
17V323000 May 16, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2016 Nova LFS Artic transit buses. In the event of a loss of communication within the bus' multiplex network, the computer may command full throttle application, without input from the driver.
Consequence
Unintentional, full throttle application may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova has notified owners, and dealers have reprogrammed the buses, free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR4041.
16V135000 Mar 4, 2016
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Defect 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.
Remedy
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC
183 manufacturer communications from 124 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 35 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 28 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 17 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 15 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 12 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 10 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
BS5463ER1
Apr 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
BS5463ER1
Apr 16, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
BS5463E
Dec 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
BS5463E
Dec 20, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
FT5409
Oct 20, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
A bad connection at the ZF transmission connector may cause the transmission to jerk when shifting or show the fault code 188.
FT5499E
Oct 20, 2023
220000 SEATS
Validation of the previous passenger seat back panel campaign.
FT5463
Sep 5, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
FT5463
Sep 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion.
FT4651
Aug 16, 2023
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan.
FT4651
Aug 16, 2023
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan.
APS5370E
Feb 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
APS5370E
Feb 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
FT5243
Feb 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events.
FT5243
Feb 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events.
FT5194
Jan 12, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Destination sign controllers were failing at a high rate. Water intrusion causing signs to fail cracks on lights
BS5210ER1
Mar 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.
BS5210ER1
Mar 22, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.
LI5170E
Feb 7, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
PC1033
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Headlight Failure
PC1033
Feb 3, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlight Failure
PC1033
Feb 3, 2022
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlight Failure
BS5210E
Feb 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.
PC1025R3
Jan 7, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
radiator leaking coolant
LI5185E
Jan 5, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Cummins has issued a Temporary Repair Practice: TRP2484 ??A?A? ECM Calibration for DEF Header Sensor Failures due to Parts Shortage TRP allowing temporary calibration of the engine ECM in the event of the DEF sensor failure and repeated e
PC1025R2
Dec 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Radiator leaking coolant
PC1025R2
Dec 15, 2021
103610 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLER/RADIATOR:HOSES AND FITTINGS
Radiator leaking coolant
PC1025R1
Oct 6, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Radiator leaking coolant
PC1030
Sep 30, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
cracked marker lights causes water intrusion
BS5119E
Jul 22, 2021
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Brake chambers may fail and cause the drive axle brakes to overheat
FT5055R1
May 20, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disconnect the power for the auxiliary heater. short term countermeasure
ft5090
May 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Kidde fire suppression system tamper seal
FT5048
Mar 24, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Bracket for the front camera may break
PC1020
Mar 17, 2021
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
brakes standard repair
FT4869R1
Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Surge tank cover Chafing on Components
FT5055
Mar 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disconnect the power (auxiliary heater), short term countermeasure
LI4995E
Feb 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4995E
Feb 26, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4995E
Feb 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4494E
Feb 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4494E
Feb 26, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4494E
Feb 26, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
LI4494E
Feb 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
FT4947
Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
part has been discontinued by supplier Watlow, Remove auxiliary heater, keep the circulating pump, close the cooling loop and replace VBEA program.
LI3978E
Feb 9, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
LI3978E
Feb 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
LI3978E
Feb 9, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
BS4970ER1
Feb 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Destination sign doors latches may become loose or fail.
LI5011E
Jan 27, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
Li4998
Jan 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The elbow used on the CAC pipes too short and found a leakage, decided to use the double clamp, it was necessary to use the longer elbow in this area.
FT4949
Jan 13, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Throttle pedal not responding with Check Engine Light (CEL) turned on. Out Of Service (OOS) reports are issued with the Cummins 1242 Fault Codes (FC) recorded in the ECM, along with other Throttle Pedal Signal (TPS) codes.
LI4910ER1
Dec 2, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High ambient temperature on exhaust side (after-treatment area) may cause Wiring Harness Assembly 64 wires and connectors to become brittle and fail.
LI4968ER1
Oct 19, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Auxiliary heater Thermo 350 is discontinued. The Thermo Plus unit will replace the current unit only if the whole unit needs to be replaced. There is no need to retrofit any buses with the new Thermo Plus units. Replacement parts are availa
FT4935
Aug 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The VIP relay is part of the radio control system.Buses are out of service due to radio not working or p/a not working.
FT4944
Aug 21, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
bolts in the rear canopy (under the radiator) are getting loose. The Canopy grid can not fall off the bus due to locking pins .
FT4936
Aug 12, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The battery beam/arm support located on the bottom of the battery compartment was not installed correctly and allowed the batteries to swivel past the beam and touch the stud. adjust location of the arm support, torque hardware to spec, con
LI4910E
Jul 17, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Under certain condition (high temperature in southern state) combine with the engine compartment high ambient temperature near the exhaust side may cause the exhaust harness wires and connector to become brittle and fail.
LI4910E
Jul 17, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Under certain condition (high temperature in southern state) combine with the engine compartment high ambient temperature near the exhaust side may cause the exhaust harness wires and connector to become brittle and fail.
LI4462ER2
Jul 14, 2020
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Throttle pedal comunication cable may be affected by noise infiltration and Cummins ecu will record code 1242
LI4462ER2
Jul 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Throttle pedal comunication cable may be affected by noise infiltration and Cummins ecu will record code 1242
FT4869
Jul 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Coolant surge tank cover may rub on hose and clamps.
FT4869
Jul 7, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Coolant surge tank cover may rub on hose and clamps.
APS4896E
Jun 29, 2020
010000 STEERING
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
APS4896E
Jun 29, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
LI4432ER1
Jun 26, 2020
010000 STEERING
TRW has eliminated from service procedure TAS-103 the greasing of the steering gearbox output shaft.
FT4827
Jun 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Wheelchair seat hardware loose
FT4819
Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Interlock pressure transducer failure
FT4819
Apr 1, 2020
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Interlock pressure transducer failure
FT4819
Apr 1, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Interlock pressure transducer failure
FT4795
Mar 25, 2020
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TCU Connector missing zip-tie
FT4795
Mar 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TCU Connector missing zip-tie
FT4795
Mar 25, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TCU Connector missing zip-tie
FT4626R1
Mar 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion (superseded by FT4698R1)
FT4626R1
Mar 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion (superseded by FT4698R1)
FT4626R1
Mar 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion (superseded by FT4698R1)
FT4626R1
Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion (superseded by FT4698R1)
FT4698R1
Mar 23, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion
FT4698R1
Mar 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion
FT4698R1
Mar 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion
FT4698R1
Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion
FT4619
Jan 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electric Cooling Package Power Cable Corrosion
FT4787
Dec 20, 2019
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Wheelchair seat belt hardware loose
FT4787
Dec 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Wheelchair seat belt hardware loose
FT4787
Dec 20, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Wheelchair seat belt hardware loose
FT4781
Dec 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine door Hinge becoming loose
FT4781
Dec 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine door Hinge becoming loose
BS4630E
Dec 11, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
When Fast idle is active the engine parameter prevents the engine from doing an active regeneration.
FT4626
Nov 14, 2019
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Electric Cooling package power cable corrosion
LI4674E
Sep 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new part kit and work procedure is required to replace the auxiliary heater filter N12950 since the latter has been discontinued by its supplier.
FT4581
Jul 31, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Door mirror bracket loose destination sign panel cracking
FT4581
Jul 31, 2019
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Door mirror bracket loose destination sign panel cracking
APS4528ER1
Jun 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Availability of a dust protection kit to remove the maintenance need to clean the flame sensor sight glass when excessive soot or debris is accumulated on the internal burner head disc
FT4451R1
Jun 11, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Paint peeling on all panels made of N64030-28
FT4622
Jun 11, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Middle coolant sensor replace by a resistor
LI4462ER1
Jun 11, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Cummins code 1242 for throttle pedal sensor circuit
LI4577ER1
May 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used
FT4487
May 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
ITS box rail locks are breaking
FT4501R1
May 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lateral console nameplate cracking Houston Top Nameplate
FT4598
May 3, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Ramp pump assembly with aluminum reservoir cracking
FT4598
May 3, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ramp pump assembly with aluminum reservoir cracking
FT4545R1
Apr 30, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Cable Rubbing
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NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC across all model years (2009–2024).
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