NHTSA Campaign 20V568000
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Issued by Nova Bus · Reported Sep 21, 2020 · 223 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2020 Nova Bus LFS transit buses. Certain power steering pipes from the rear engine bay to the front gear box may separate at the connection joint. This may cause a power steering assist lost and power steering fluid may leak from the ceiling into the passenger compartment.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash. A power steering fluid leak into the passenger cabin may increase the risk of a passenger injury.
Remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners, provide instructions for inspecting and replacing the power steering pipes, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4963.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVA BUS | LFS | 2019 | 223 |
| NOVA BUS | LFS | 2020 | 223 |
| NOVA BUS | LFS | 2021 | 223 |
| NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC | 2019 | 223 |
| NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC | 2020 | 223 |
| NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC | 2021 | 223 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V568000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.