Recall 16V-412: 2012–2015 Nova Bus LFS, 2012–2015 Nova Bus LFS Artic

Nova Bus recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 2016, covering about 914 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-412
Report date
Jun 8, 2016
Vehicles affected
914
Owners notified
Jul 21, 2016

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerNova Bus
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V412000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nova Bus LFS2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Nova Bus LFS Artic2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V-412?

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.

How is recall 16V-412 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.