Nova Bus Nova Lfs recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 9, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

redundant NOVA BUS INCORPORATED recalls 2007 Nova Bus Nova Lfs

Recall number

15V073000

Brand / firm

Nova Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10 units

Why it was recalled

If the components are exposed to hot exhaust gases, there is an increased risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2007 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the band clamp on the flex pipe between the turbocharger and the diesel particulate filter may be incorrectly located allowing the exhaust pipe to leak hot exhaust gases onto nearby components.

What to do

Nova notified owners, and dealers correctly positioned the clamps on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is CR1261.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.