Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS and 2013-2015 LFS Artic transit buses
— Recall Campaign #15V735000
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS and 2013-2015 LFS Artic transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optical sensor for the passenger counter system whose location may result in a passenger's arm being pinched between the passenger counter housing and the door.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 304 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V735000
| Manufacturer: | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 05, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V735000 |
| Units affected: | 304 |
- Description:
- Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS and 2013-2015 LFS Artic transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optical sensor for the passenger counter system whose location may result in a passenger's arm being pinched between the passenger counter housing and the door.
- Consequeces:
- A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.
- Corrective action:
- Nova will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective cover over the passenger counter system and add a warning label, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's numbers for this recall are CR3492 and CR3493.
- 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.