2012 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS
6 recalls — 0 complaints — 6 TSBs
15V735000 Nov 5, 2015
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS and 2013-2015 LFS Artic transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optical sensor for the passenger counter system whose location may result in a passenger's arm being pinched between the passenger counter housing and... Read more
Consequence
A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective cover over the passenger counter system and add a warning label, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's numbers for this recall are CR3492 and C... Read more
14V769000 Dec 3, 2014
SEATS
Defect Description
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2012 LFS transit buses manufactured June 27, 2012, to October 15, 2012, and equipped with slim flip-up seats. In the affected vehicles, the anchor rivnut may not properly secure one end of the seat to the bus wall.
Consequence
If the seat detaches from the wall, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the anchor rivnut, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3280.
14V380000 Jun 30, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2006-2013 LFS transit buses. Due to a programming error in the vehicle control unit, the ABS malfunction light may not illuminate if the ABS control unit loses power. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in late August 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3200.
14V381000 Jun 30, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 LFS transit buses manufactured June 2010 to June 2014. In the affected vehicles, the terminal on the postive alternator cable may fracture causing the cable to arc to other components.
Consequence
Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the terminal and replace it if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3201.
13V642000 Dec 19, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Nova Bus is recalling certain 2009-2012 model year LFS and LFS HEV transit buses equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting e... Read more
Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the converters, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus's numbers for this recall are CR3030, CR3031, CR3032, CR3033 and CR3034 (depending... Read more
12V334000 Jul 16, 2012
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2012 Nova LFS transit buses equipped with certain Bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits.The brake valve plunger may fracture after brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. This condition may limit the drive... Read more
Consequence
This condition could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners and repair the vehicles that contain the brake valves, treadle assemblies, and plunger kits, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 7, 2012. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-800-350-6682 or Bendix at 1-440-329-9386.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2012 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS
6 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 1 |
| 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS) | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
LI5011E
Jan 27, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
BS2062E
Aug 19, 2013
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Operator's door latch anchor bolts detaches in service and bumper replaced by an improved model
BS2062E
Aug 19, 2013
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Operator's door latch anchor bolts detaches in service and bumper replaced by an improved model
BS2006ER1
Jul 10, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Possible interference between the underside of the dash and the wiper pivot.
BS2006ER1
Jul 10, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
Possible interference between the underside of the dash and the wiper pivot.
BS1925E
Jun 20, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Due to wear at the plug connections of the wiring harnesses, sporadic contact discrepancies and entries in the error memory may occur.
NOVA BUS NOVA LFS — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NOVA BUS NOVA LFS across all model years (1998–2012).
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