Nova Bus Nova Lfs recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 6, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

redundant NOVA BUS INCORPORATED recalls 2009–2010 Nova Bus Nova Lfs

Recall number

15V071000

Brand / firm

Nova Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30 units

Why it was recalled

If the axle half shaft fails, the bus would be disabled, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 2009, to December 31, 2010 with ZFAV132 rear axles. The affected vehicles may have been produced with rear axle half shafts that received an inadequate surface treatment which may result in axle shaft failure.

What to do

Nova has notified the affected owners, and all affected buses have been reapired, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is BS1555.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.