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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V670000

2017 Nova Bus Lfs | 2017 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: automatic transmission

Published October 1, 2018 · Recall initiated: September 26, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V670000, published October 1, 2018 and initiated September 26, 2018. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; 2017 Nova Bus Lfs | 2017 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: automatic transmission.

What's the hazard

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2017 Nova Bus LFS Hybrid and LFS Arctic Hybrid transit buses equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.

What to do

Nova will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4435.

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Recall details

Brand
NOVA BUS
Model
LFS
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Lot
2017 NOVA BUS LFS | 2017 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Nova Bus Lfs | 2017 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: automatic transmission recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V670000 on October 1, 2018. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2017 Nova Bus LFS Hybrid and LFS Arctic Hybrid transit buses equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.

What should I do if I have this product?

Nova will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4435.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)