Nova Bus (US) Inc. recalls 2010–2015 Nova Bus Lfs, Lfs Artic, Nova Lfs

Recall date

November 5, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V735000

Brand / firm

Nova Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 304 units

Why it was recalled

A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.