2011 NOVA BUS LFS

4 recalls — 0 complaints — 220 TSBs

22V902000 Dec 7, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect 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 requiremen... Read more
Consequence
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
519 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nova Bus (US) Inc.
21V151000 Mar 9, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect 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,... Read more
Consequence
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
123 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nova Bus
19V274000 Apr 5, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect 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.
Remedy
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.
1,221 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nova Bus
16V191000 Apr 5, 2016
SEATS
Defect Description
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS transit buses manufactured from August 10, 2010, through November 5, 2015. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.
Consequence
If the seat belt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats for missing welds. If missing welds are found, the seats will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR3632.
430 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nova Bus

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2011 NOVA BUS LFS

220 manufacturer communications from 146 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY35
350000 EQUIPMENT32
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM19
060000 ENGINE (PWS)18
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING9
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER8
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE6
010000 STEERING5
LI5228ER2 Apr 26, 2023
061570 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SUMP/TANK
DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
LI5170E Feb 7, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
FT4389R1 Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
ITS Box Shelves Loose
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
LI3978E Feb 9, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
LI5011E Jan 27, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
LI4696ER1 Oct 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Auxiliary heater Thermo 300 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
LI4696ER1 Oct 13, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Auxiliary heater Thermo 300 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
BS3667ER2 Sep 4, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
APS4896E Jun 29, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
APS4896E Jun 29, 2020
010000 STEERING
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.
LI4673ER1 Jun 3, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
LI4673ER1 Jun 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
LI4673E Feb 26, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
FT4590R1 Aug 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Fan Connector hot
FT4590R1 Aug 1, 2019
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Engine Fan Connector hot
FT4541R2 Jul 10, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Various Sika Seams are Cracking NYCT
FT4541R2 Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Various Sika Seams are Cracking NYCT
FT4627 Jul 3, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Front beam box cracking
FT4627 Jul 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Front beam box cracking
LI4618E Jul 3, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Repair procedure of the front box beam
LI4618E Jul 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair procedure of the front box beam
LI4577ER1 May 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used
FT4541R1 May 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Splash cover for Sika bead
FT4590 Apr 3, 2019
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Engine Fan Connector hot
APS4531E Feb 27, 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.
FT4541 Feb 19, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Sika Seams are Cracking, Strip Solution will be introduced in service.
LI4512E Nov 28, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake wear signal reads 0% or fluctuates
LI4394E Oct 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,
LI4396E Oct 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
An inadequate assembly sequence of the engine cradle may cause cracks in certain cases.
LI4417E Oct 5, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
LI4417E Oct 5, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
LI4417E Oct 5, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
LI4084ER1 Nov 14, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
N64662 PAL hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head N8905938 and filter N8905939
LI4059ER1 Oct 11, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI4059ER1 Oct 11, 2017
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI3402ER3 Sep 29, 2017
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI4060ER1 Aug 24, 2017
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI4060ER1 Aug 24, 2017
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI3732ER1 Jul 21, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve.
LI4060E Jul 20, 2017
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
LI4059E Jul 20, 2017
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
BS4051ER2 Jul 20, 2017
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost.
BS4051E May 31, 2017
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost
BS4051E May 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost
BS3735ER2 May 17, 2017
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
LI3948E May 5, 2017
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
In case of replacing the existing ZF ABS sensor of AV-132, there is an option to refit the ABS sensor in accordance with AV-132 II
LI3948E May 5, 2017
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
In case of replacing the existing ZF ABS sensor of AV-132, there is an option to refit the ABS sensor in accordance with AV-132 II
LI3753E Mar 16, 2017
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping.
LI1911ER1 Feb 13, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
ZF wheel head suspension. ZF introduced an optimized axial roller bearing. Replace the axial roller bearing and lower seal ring with an optimized roller bearing.
LI1911ER1 Feb 13, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
ZF wheel head suspension. ZF introduced an optimized axial roller bearing. Replace the axial roller bearing and lower seal ring with an optimized roller bearing.
BS3667E Dec 5, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A SERVICE BULLETIN CONCERNING THE VERTICAL BEAM THAT MIGHT CRACK ABOVE FRONT DOOR SECOND POST CAPPING.
LI3686E Dec 5, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION TO EXPLAIN HOW TO BE SURE TO USE THE LATEST VERSION OF THE TESTMAN SOFTWARE.
LI3478E Dec 5, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION CONCERNING A FAULT THAT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED.
LI3478E Dec 5, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS COMMUNICATION IS A LETTER OF INFORMATION CONCERNING A FAULT THAT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED.
BS3735ER1 Nov 10, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
FLEXIBLE BELLOWS N79197 AND N79198 MAY HAVE AN EXHAUST LEAK NEAR THE RIGID EXHAUST PIPE.
bs3735er1 Nov 10, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
bs3735er1 Nov 10, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Flexible bellows N79197 and N79198 may have an exhaust leak near the rigid exhaust pipe.
LI3446ER5 Nov 1, 2016
010000 STEERING
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM. (R5 UPDATED THE TORQUE VALUE IN PROCEDURE LINE 1.9)
LI3446ER5 Nov 1, 2016
020000 SUSPENSION
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM. (R5 UPDATED THE TORQUE VALUE IN PROCEDURE LINE 1.9)
LI3478ER1 Nov 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"INCOMPATIBILITY OF ACTIA GAUGE PROGRAMS A FAULT MAY APPEAR ON THE ACTIA GAUGE IF AN INCORRECT PROGRAM VERSION IS USED (R1 MODIFICATIONS: SPEEDO SW 109633V08_00 CHANGED TO 109633V08_02 FOR ATUQ. FOR TTC SPEEDO SW 116724V04_35 CHANGED TO 1
li3446er5 Oct 5, 2016
013200 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)
li3478er1 Oct 3, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Incompatibility of Actia gauge programs A fault may appear on the Actia gauge if an incorrect program version is used (R1 modifications: Speedo SW 109633V08_00 changed to 109633V08_02 for ATUQ. For TTC Speedo SW 116724V04_35 changed to 11
LI3770E Sep 27, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NO ACCESS TO SUSPEND #6 LIFTER. CUT HOLE FOR ACCESS TO #6 CYLINDER EXHAUST LIFTER.
BS3419E Sep 22, 2016
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
LI3732E Aug 9, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW WHEN REPLACING A PLASTIC MOTORIZE VALVE BY A METAL MOTORIZE VALVE. FOR THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT DEFROSTER VALVE.
LI3732E Aug 9, 2016
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW WHEN REPLACING A PLASTIC MOTORIZE VALVE BY A METAL MOTORIZE VALVE. FOR THE DRIVER'S COMPARTMENT DEFROSTER VALVE.
LI3714 Jun 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS LETTER IS TO INFORM THAT CR3670E REPLACES CR3492ER3 FOR L573, L640, L671, L727, L787 AND L902.
LI3446ER4 Apr 12, 2016
010000 STEERING
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.
LI3446ER3 Apr 5, 2016
010000 STEERING
INTRODUCING NEW HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR PITMAN ARM.
bs3465er1 Jan 20, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Articulation solenoid circuit may cause an error code in ACU
BS3465ER1 Jan 20, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ARTICULATION SOLENOID CIRCUIT MAY CAUSE AN ERROR CODE IN ACU
BS3510e Jan 15, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sensor supply (TPS2) cable replacement. Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
bs3310er2 Jan 15, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
bs3310er2 Jan 15, 2016
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
BS3510e Jan 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Sensor supply (TPS2) cable replacement. Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit
BS3310ER2 Jan 15, 2016
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CUMMINS CODE 1242 FOR ACCELERATOR INTERLOCK CIRCUIT
BS3310ER2 Jan 15, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUMMINS CODE 1242 FOR ACCELERATOR INTERLOCK CIRCUIT
BS3497ER1 Dec 18, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MANUFACTURING TOLERANCES DO NOT ALWAYS ALLOW OPTIMAL STARTER ENGAGEMENT. STARTER SHIM REMOVAL IS REQUIRED.
BS3447ER1 Dec 14, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
HYDRAULIC TANK BUSHING FAILURE AFTER CAMPAIGN
BS3457E Dec 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
COOLANT SUPPLY TO MK2 RADIATOR MIGHT BE ERRATIC AND CREATE AIR POCKET IN RADIATOR
APS3429ER1 Dec 3, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TERMINAL LUGS OF THE BATTERY CABLES MAY CRACK DUE TO STRESS.
BS3363ER1 Dec 1, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
BASELIGHT PANELS,FIT AND FINISH AND RISK OF UNEXPECTED OPENING OF ACCESS PANEL
BS3447E Nov 19, 2015
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Hydraulic tank bushing failure after campaign.
LI3446ER2 Nov 10, 2015
013200 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R2 revision is for: Road number and VIN has been updated for L860 TTC)
LI3446ER2 Nov 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for Pitman arm. (R2 revision is for: Road number and VIN has been updated for L860 TTC)
APS3429E Sep 30, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Terminal lugs of the battery cables may crack due to stress.
LI3402ER2 Sep 16, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Low coolant level sensor warning
LI3402ER1 Sep 9, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Low coolant level sensor warning
BS3359ER2 Sep 3, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Cummins ISL10 engine does not have the configuration to support fault code 2448.
BS3310ER1 Jul 17, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Cummins code 1242 for accelerator interlock circuit

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NOVA BUS LFS — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the NOVA BUS LFS across all model years (2005–2025).

246 Total Recalls
2 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

NOVA BUS LFS — Year by Year

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