Nova Bus is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses
— Recall Campaign #18V299000
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses, equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,058 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V299000
| Manufacturer: | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 07, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V299000 |
| Units affected: | 1,058 |
- Description:
- Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses, equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
- Consequeces:
- Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Nova will notify owners and dealers will install new guide pins at each wheel end on suspect axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4079.
- 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.