2013 NOVA BUS LFS Recalls (7)

Campaign:: 14V380000 on 06/29/2014
Component:: Service brakes, air:antilock:abs warning light
Affected:: 796
Defect:: Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2006-2013 lfs transit buses. due to a programming error in the vehicle control unit, the abs malfunction light may not illuminate if the abs control unit loses power. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence:: If the abs malfunction light does not illuminate if the abs control unit loses power, the driver would not be aware that the abs is not functional and that the brakes may unexpectedly lock up under certain conditions when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of crash.
Correction:: Nova bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the instrument cluster, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in late august 2014. owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova bus' number for this recall is cr3200.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 14V381000 on 06/29/2014
Component:: Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured:: 05/31/2010 - 06/29/2014
Affected:: 734
Defect:: Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 lfs transit buses manufactured june 2010 to june 2014. in the affected vehicles, the terminal on the postive alternator cable may fracture causing the cable to arc to other components.
Consequence:: Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.
Correction:: Nova bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the terminal and replace it if it is damaged, free of charge. the recall began august 29, 2014. owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova bus' number for this recall is cr3201.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 14V473000 on 08/03/2014
Component:: Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Affected:: 189
Defect:: Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2013 nova lfs transit buses. the bolt used to secure the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor may become loose over time.
Consequence:: If the windshield wiper linkage loosens from the wiper motor, the wipers may become inoperable, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolt and nut that attach the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor, free of charge. the recall began in late september 2014. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15V735000 on 11/04/2015
Component:: Structure:body:door
Manufactured:: 08/09/2010 - 06/08/2015
Affected:: 304
Defect:: 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.
Consequence:: A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.
Correction:: 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.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 16V191000 on 04/04/2016
Component:: Seats
Manufactured:: 08/09/2010 - 11/04/2015
Affected:: 430
Defect:: Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 nova lfs transit buses manufactured from august 10, 2010, through november 5, 2015. the affected seats have j-brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the j-bracket.
Consequence:: If the seat belt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Correction:: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats for missing welds. if missing welds are found, the seats will be repaired, free of charge. the recall began on june 8, 2016. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova's recall number for this campaign is cr3632.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 16V412000 on 06/07/2016
Component:: Equipment
Manufactured:: 06/17/2015 - 10/18/2015
Affected:: 914
Defect:: Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 nova lfs and lfs artic transit buses manufactured from june 18, 2012, through october 19, 2015. the affected transit buses have destinations signs that may not be properly secured and, as a result, the sign may fall.
Consequence:: If an sign falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under or standing near the sign.
Correction:: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the sign as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on july 20, 2016. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova's recall number for this campaign is cr3539.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 18V117000 on 02/19/2018
Component:: Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Manufactured:: 01/31/2013 - 04/29/2013
Affected:: 24
Defect:: Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2013 lfs transit buses equipped with transmission oil coolers. in the event of a transmission oil cooler failure, transmission fluid may mix with coolant that circulates through the passenger compartment heating system. exposure to transmission fluid may degrade the pex connectors of the heating system, resulting in hot coolant leaking into the passenger area.
Consequence:: Leaking coolant could come into contact with passengers, increasing their risk of injury.
Correction:: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pex fittings with brass fittings, free of charge. the recall began on march 6, 2018. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova's number for this recall is cr4226.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2013 NOVA BUS LFS TSBs (105)

Bulletin:: LI-2068-E
Component:: 022000 suspension:rear
Summary:: Novabus: information provided regarding the rear suspension, particularly in hot climate, where risk of oil leaks can occur and o rings are available with greater heat resistance can be installed. *pe
Bulletin:: LI-31-87-E
Component:: 015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Summary:: Nova bus: information regarding the radiator compartment where the power steering hydraulic lines may become loose and the brackets needs to be checked. *pe
Bulletin:: BS3626E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Cummins code 1242 for accelerator sensors circuit
Bulletin:: BS3785E
Component:: 092200 fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:: "cng fuel line that runs to the spheros aux heater unit may come into contact with the engine cradle and may cause damage due to chaffing."
Bulletin:: LI3732E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve. for the driver's compartment defroster valve.
Bulletin:: BS3626ER1
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Cummins code 1242 for accelerator sensors circuit, replace the throttle pedal sensors cable.
Bulletin:: LI3770E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: No access to suspend #6 lifter. cut hole for access to #6 cylinder exhaust lifter.
Bulletin:: BS3554ER3
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: "auxiliary heater intake pipe mounting bracket might not be able to withstand the vibration induced by the bus frame."
Bulletin:: LI3446ER3
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for pitman arm.
Bulletin:: LI3446ER4
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for pitman arm.
Bulletin:: BS3554ER1
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Auxiliary heater intake pipe mounting bracket might not be able to withstand the vibration induced by the bus frame.
Bulletin:: BS3599ER1
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Disabling battery management feature may hinder the functionality of radiator ventilation fans thereby causing engine overheat codes. also leads to battery overcharging.
Bulletin:: LI3455E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Heating valve n47416 is obsolete.replacement of valve n47416 by the new n8903252, which is shorter, requires longer pipes.
Bulletin:: LI3574E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This campaign is being issued to highlight the modifi ed routing of power and ground wires inside the mcc roof unit.
Bulletin:: BS3457E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Coolant supply to mk2 radiator might be erratic and create air pocket in radiator
Bulletin:: BS3497ER1
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Manufacturing tolerances do not always allow optimal starter engagement. starter shim removal is required.
Bulletin:: BS3749E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: "cummins coolant sensors equipped with the epc connectors fail in service due to water infiltration."
Bulletin:: LI3446ER5
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for pitman arm. (r5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)
Bulletin:: LI3478ER1
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: "incompatibility of actia gauge programs a fault may appear on the actia gauge if an incorrect program version is used (r1 modifications: speedo sw 109633v08_00 changed to 109633v08_02 for atuq. for ttc speedo sw 116724v04_35 changed to 1
Bulletin:: LI3711
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This letter is to inform you that for l725, l764 and l785, cr3595e replaces cr3493er2.
Bulletin:: LI3714
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This letter is to inform that cr3670e replaces cr3492er3 for l573, l640, l671, l727, l787 and l902.
Bulletin:: BS3682ER2
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Failure of p-clamps on the transmission cooling pipes may force the pipe to come in contact with starter solenoid terminal.
Bulletin:: LI3686E
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: This communication is a letter of information to explain how to be sure to use the latest version of the testman software.
Bulletin:: LI3478E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This communication is a letter of information concerning a fault that may appear on the actia gauge if an incorrect program version is used.
Bulletin:: LI3723E
Component:: 284000 back over prevention: camera system
Summary:: This communication is a letter of information to highlight the erroneous "dvr not operational" and "roll call timeout-camera" faults of apollo system.
Bulletin:: bs3749e
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Cummins coolant sensors equipped with the epc connectors fail in service due to water infiltration.
Bulletin:: li3446er5
Component:: 013200 steering:gear box:shaft pitman
Summary:: Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for pitman arm. (r5 updated the torque value in procedure line 1.9)
Bulletin:: li3478er1
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: Incompatibility of actia gauge programs a fault may appear on the actia gauge if an incorrect program version is used (r1 modifications: speedo sw 109633v08_00 changed to 109633v08_02 for atuq. for ttc speedo sw 116724v04_35 changed to 11
Bulletin:: LI2027E
Component:: 013100 steering:gear box:shaft sector
Summary:: Steering shaft n74708 supercedes n67971. the structure needs minor modification to accomodate the new part.
Bulletin:: LI3446ER2
Component:: 013200 steering:gear box:shaft pitman
Summary:: Introducing new hardware and installation procedure for pitman arm. (r2 revision is for: road number and vin has been updated for l860 ttc)
Bulletin:: LI3402E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low coolant level sensor warning
Bulletin:: BS3329E
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Grab handle strap: strap may tear from the fastening assembly
Bulletin:: LI1953E
Component:: 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:: Moisture may accumulate in the space under the driver's seat and cause corrosion of the power steering hydraulic fittings and piping.
Bulletin:: Bs3219er3
Component:: 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:: The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
Bulletin:: Li3454e
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This campaign is being issued to address actuator failures for isb6.7 and isl cm2350 cummins engines in transit bus applications. certified repair locations are authorized to calibrate the turbo actuator with current software which may redu
Bulletin:: BS3219E
Component:: 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:: The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
Bulletin:: BS3221E
Component:: 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:: The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
Bulletin:: BS3222E
Component:: 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:: The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
Bulletin:: BS3312E
Component:: 022520 suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Summary:: Update the rear axle brake hoses to nova bus standards.
Bulletin:: BS3866E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Cummins coolant sensors equipped with epc connectors fail in service due to water infiltration.
Bulletin:: LI3321E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Installation of a tpms smartire connector in the rf2 panel make it possible to download data from the smartire tool to the smartire ecu module without the need of a laptop computer.
Bulletin:: BS3243ER2
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Document superceeded by bs3352
Bulletin:: BS3352E
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Change oil level dipstick for zf transmission for correct oil level reading
Bulletin:: LI3158E
Component:: 073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:: Fuel leaks may occur on the # 2 and # 4 injector fuel supply lines.
Bulletin:: li3574e
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: This campaign is being issued to highlight the modifi ed routing of power and ground
Bulletin:: bs3538e
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Wheelhouse kick-plates may come loose.
Bulletin:: BS3886E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: When the accelerator is suddenly depressed, the alternator voltage momentarily surge well above 32v because the voltage regulator response time is too long.
Bulletin:: LI3753E
Component:: 161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:: Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping.
Bulletin:: LI3944E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Engine derating, stalling, and loss of power may occur as a result of code 3568
Bulletin:: BS3968E
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes (40' bus)
Bulletin:: BS4012E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Check light on and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable.
Bulletin:: LI3061E
Component:: 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:: Eliminate the overheating of the dosage module by adding an extension to the cooling hose to maintain the supply of cooling liquid to the dosing valve.
Bulletin:: BS2036E
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Abnormal delay in retarder application
Bulletin:: BS2036ER1
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Abnormal delay in retarder application
Bulletin:: BS4012ER1
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Check light on and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable
Bulletin:: BS4051E
Component:: 030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:: Interlock brake is activated when the b-bus network is disconnected or lost
Bulletin:: BS3108E
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Missing informations on driver's legend decal.
Bulletin:: BS4040E
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Water infiltration and structural weakness
Bulletin:: LI4074E
Component:: 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:: Improved solution to secure radiator canopy panel hardware
Bulletin:: BS4051ER2
Component:: 050000 parking brake
Summary:: Interlock brake is activated when the b-bus network is disconnected or lost.
Bulletin:: LI3732ER1
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve.
Bulletin:: BS3419E
Component:: 136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:: The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
Bulletin:: LI3402ER2
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low coolant level sensor warning
Bulletin:: LI3402ER1
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low coolant level sensor warning
Bulletin:: LI3045E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Coolant filter additive free n71764 installed in production since august 2013
Bulletin:: BS3243ER1
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Dipstick for zf transmission. change oil level dipstick for zf transmission for a correct oil level reading.
Bulletin:: BS3205E
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: The a/c condensor purge too much oil or does not purge at all.
Bulletin:: BS3095
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Hoses and harnesses can be damaged in the energy guidance system
Bulletin:: LI2116E
Component:: 045000 service brakes, air:disc
Summary:: Diagnose a potentiel bendix disk brake thermal overload.
Bulletin:: BS3043ER2
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Possibility of water infiltration in the engine air intake.
Bulletin:: BS1783ER1
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: Bolts could become loose, which could cause the seat to drop.
Bulletin:: BS2102E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Engine's ground cable terminal not protected against corrosion.
Bulletin:: BS2103E
Component:: 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:: Ground cable was mounted on radiator frame without the paint being removed.
Bulletin:: BS2103ER1
Component:: 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:: Ground cable was mounted on radiator frame without the paint being removed.
Bulletin:: BS2104E
Component:: 162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:: Front bumper was installed without never seeze.
Bulletin:: BS3150E
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: New fastener for ceiling speaker tile
Bulletin:: LI3193
Component:: 162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:: The rear engine access door may not close properly
Bulletin:: BS3070
Component:: 034200 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Summary:: Possible chafing between the brake hoses and surrounding components.
Bulletin:: LI3188
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: A new radius rod bolt torque is now in effect.
Bulletin:: BS4012ER2
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Check light on and continuous blinking of transmission fault code due to improper routing of ground cable.
Bulletin:: BS4040ER1
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Water infiltration and structural weakness
Bulletin:: LI4060ER1
Component:: 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:: In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
Bulletin:: BS4051ER3
Component:: 030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:: Interlock brake is activated when the b-bus network is disconnected or lost.
Bulletin:: BS4137E
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Existing nox sensors may be prone to failures
Bulletin:: LI3402ER3
Component:: 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:: Low coolant level sensor warning
Bulletin:: BS3933E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Sporadic illumination of check engine light and transmission light on the dashboard
Bulletin:: BS4040ER2
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Water infiltration and structural weakness
Bulletin:: LI3402ER4
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low coolant level sensor warning
Bulletin:: BS4159E
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes.
Bulletin:: BS4163E
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Cable marker bands may be prone to loosening at current location.
Bulletin:: LI4084ER1
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: N64662 pal hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head n8905938 and filter n8905939
Bulletin:: LI4263E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Possibility of engine derating, stalling and losing of power
Bulletin:: SERVICE INSTRUCT
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Supplier service bulletin sent to customers regarding potential brake caliper issue.
Bulletin:: BS4243E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Dust hides safety decals on hybrid electric units
Bulletin:: LI4263ER1
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Subject to application and duty cycle, def dosing valve can clog up and cause engine to derate, stall, lose power and log fc3568. increasing dosing valve and def hose angle can help reduce such occurrence. vehicles reporting repetitive fc35
Bulletin:: LI4200E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This is a product improvement campaign that is being issued to recaliberate the ecm and upfit with improved selective catalyst reduction (scr) component of the cummins engine(s).
Bulletin:: BS3104ER1
Component:: 130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:: Wiper arms and linkage may come loose. (document revised to inform customers that it has been superceeded by the recall campaign cr3229e)
Bulletin:: BS3243E
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Dipstick for zf transmission. change oil level dipstick for zf transmission for a correct oil level reading.
Bulletin:: BS3150ER1
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile
Bulletin:: BS4205E
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: Seats might get detached from damaged seat rails.
Bulletin:: BS4153E
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Automatic passenger counter may report erroneous data due to dust or water intrusion on optical front door sensor lens.
Bulletin:: LI4156E
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: The structural integrity of the plastic pex fittings may be affected if coated with liquid and/or lubricant, which may lead to coolant leaking into the passenger compartment.
Bulletin:: LI4345E
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Original valve is discontinued
Bulletin:: BS4153ER1
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Automatic passenger counter may report erroneous data due to dust or water intrusion on optical front door sensor lens
Bulletin:: LI4394E
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,

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