2013 Nova Bus Lfs | 2014 Nova Bus Lfs | 2012 Nova Bus Lfs — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit
Published April 19, 2023 · Recall initiated: April 18, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V277000, published April 19, 2023 and initiated April 18, 2023. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; 2013 Nova Bus Lfs | 2014 Nova Bus Lfs | 2012 Nova Bus Lfs — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit.
What's the hazard
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2014 LFS and 2012-2013 LFS Artic transit buses. The emergency exit window release and label may have been installed in the incorrect location. In addition, the emergency exit window opening may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
What to do
Nova Bus will either remove the emergency exit window feature, and/or relocate the release mechanism, label, and chime cord stop-request system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5415.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NOVA BUS
- Model
- LFS
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 NOVA BUS LFS | 2014 NOVA BUS LFS | 2012 NOVA BUS LFS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Nova Bus Lfs | 2014 Nova Bus Lfs | 2012 Nova Bus Lfs — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V277000 on April 19, 2023. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2014 LFS and 2012-2013 LFS Artic transit buses. The emergency exit window release and label may have been installed in the incorrect location. In addition, the emergency exit window opening may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
What should I do if I have this product?
Nova Bus will either remove the emergency exit window feature, and/or relocate the release mechanism, label, and chime cord stop-request system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5415.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: LFS.