Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1
— Recall Campaign #15V079000
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009. In the affected buses, the brake hose fitting crimping ring may have been damaged and, as a result, the crimping ring may fail where the brake hose attaches to the air brake chamber.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V079000
| Manufacturer: | redundant NOVA BUS INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 09, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V079000 |
| Units affected: | 5 |
- Description:
- Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009. In the affected buses, the brake hose fitting crimping ring may have been damaged and, as a result, the crimping ring may fail where the brake hose attaches to the air brake chamber.
- Consequeces:
- Failure of the crimping rimgs may affect the braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Nova has notified owners, and dealers inspected and replaced the damaged fittings, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is CR1430.
- 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.