2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2022 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published July 13, 2023 · Recall initiated: July 12, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V482000, published July 13, 2023 and initiated July 12, 2023. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2022 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2019-2023 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses. The transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the output yoke bolts, and if necessary, tighten loose output yoke bolts, free of charge. Phase 1 will include 2019-2023 LFS vehicles. Nova notified dealers on 10/03/2024 and notified Phase 1 owners on 10/27/2024. Phase 2 will include 2019-2020 LFS Artic vehicles. Interim letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 27, 2023. A second notice will be mailed to Phase 2 owners once the remedy is available, expected in January 2025. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5442.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NOVA BUS
- Model
- LFS
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Lot
- 2022 NOVA BUS LFS | 2023 NOVA BUS LFS | 2019 NOVA BUS LFS | 2019 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC | 2020 NOVA BUS LFS | 2020 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC | 2021 NOVA BUS LFS | 2021 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC | 2022 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC | 2023 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs | 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs | 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs | 2021 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2022 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V482000 on July 13, 2023. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2019-2023 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses. The transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect the output yoke bolts, and if necessary, tighten loose output yoke bolts, free of charge. Phase 1 will include 2019-2023 LFS vehicles. Nova notified dealers on 10/03/2024 and notified Phase 1 owners on 10/27/2024. Phase 2 will include 2019-2020 LFS Artic vehicles. Interim letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 27, 2023. A second notice will be mailed to Phase 2 owners once the remedy is available, expected in January 2025. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5442.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: LFS.