Recall 12V549000: 2010 Nova Bus Nova LFS
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 23, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 26
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2010 LFS transit buses manufactured June 10, 2010, through November 11, 2010; and equipped with flush mounted windows and Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handles is incorrect resulting in embrittlement of the handle and a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.
The risk
In the event the egress window fails during an emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the bus placing them at risk of injury.
The fix
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the egress handles free of charge. Ricon will supply the replacement handles. The recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-877-999-8808.
Notes
Nova Bus's campaign recall numbers are CR1924A, CR1926A, and CR1927A.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V549000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CR1924A, CR1926A
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus
- Owner letters
- Dec 10, 2012
- Components
- Visibility:glass, side/rear (Visibility & Wipers)
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