Recall 12V334000: 2012 Nova Bus Nova LFS
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 16, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 15
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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 driver's ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. There is also the potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and prevent the release of the service brakes.
The risk
This condition could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
This is Nova Bus campaign number CR1875A. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V334000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CR1875A
- Manufacturer
- NOVA BUS
- Owner letters
- Aug 7, 2012
- Components
- Service brakes (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology