Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2016-2020 LFS and 2013-2022 LFS Artic buses. The momentary STOP and YIELD text message board is duplicating the stop light and turn signal light signals. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety Consequence
The momentary text message board duplicating light signals may cause confusion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will coordinate with Prevost Service Centers to remove the momentary text message board duplicating light signals and associated equipment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5267/68/69.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2014 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2015 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2016 | NOVA BUS | LFS |
| 2016 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2017 | NOVA BUS | LFS |
| 2017 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2018 | NOVA BUS | LFS |
| 2018 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2019 | NOVA BUS | LFS |
| 2019 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2020 | NOVA BUS | LFS |
| 2020 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2021 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
| 2022 | NOVA BUS | LFS ARTIC |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.