Recall 20V457000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Report Date
20200805
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2016 LFS and LFS Artic buses equipped with specific Allison Transmission drive units. The pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.

Safety Consequence

A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, offloading passengers to transfer them to another bus can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Nova will notify owners, and Allison Transmissions will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2020. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4943.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 NOVA BUS LFS
2016 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.