Recall 16V412000: 2012–2015 Nova Bus LFS, 2012–2015 Nova Bus LFS Artic
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 8, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 914
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses manufactured from June 18, 2012, through October 19, 2015. The affected transit buses have destinations signs that may not be properly secured and, as a result, the sign may fall.
The risk
If an sign falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under or standing near the sign.
The fix
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the sign as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2016. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR3539.
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
- 2012 Nova Bus LFS
- 2013 Nova Bus LFS
- 2014 Nova Bus LFS
- 2015 Nova Bus LFS
- 2012 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2013 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2015 Nova Bus LFS Artic
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V412000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CR3539
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus
- Owner letters
- Jul 21, 2016
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
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