Recall 15V071000: 2009–2010 Nova Bus Nova LFS

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 6, 2015
Vehicles affected
30
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2010 with ZFAV132 rear axles. The affected vehicles may have been produced with rear axle half shafts that received an inadequate surface treatment which may result in axle shaft failure.

The risk

If the axle half shaft fails, the bus would be disabled, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nova has notified the affected owners, and all affected buses have been reapired, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is BS1555.

Notes

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
15V071000
Manufacturer campaign
BS1555
Manufacturer
Nova Bus
Owner letters
Apr 10, 2015
Components
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft (Transmission & Drivetrain)

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