Defect Description
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2016-2019 LFS and LFS Artic buses. The brake chamber on the rear axle may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in an air leak.
Safety Consequence
A brake chamber air leak may cause the brakes to engage unexpectedly, which can overheat the brakes and increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, unexpected braking can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will inspect and replace the brake chamber as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 02, 2024. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5619.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.