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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V334000

2012 Nova Bus Nova Lfs — Service brakes

Published July 18, 2012 · Recall initiated: July 16, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V334000, published July 18, 2012 and initiated July 16, 2012. Recalling firm: redundant NOVA BUS INCORPORATED; 2012 Nova Bus Nova Lfs — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
NOVA BUS
Model
NOVA LFS
Manufacturer
redundant NOVA BUS INCORPORATED
Lot
2012 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Nova Bus Nova Lfs — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V334000 on July 18, 2012. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: NOVA LFS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)