2015 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC Recalls (6)
- 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:
- 16V068000 on 02/04/2016
- Component:
- Electrical system:wiring
- Manufactured:
- 08/31/2010 - 04/29/2015
- Affected:
- 229
- Defect:
- Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 nova lfs artic transit buses manufactured from september 1, 2010, through april 30, 2015, and equipped with allison transmissions. the main power cable within the energy guiding system (egs) may have been incorrectly routed and, as a result, the cable may disconnect.
- Consequence:
- If the main power cable disconnects, there will be a loss of power that could disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the main power cable, re-routing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on april 11, 2016. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova's recall number for this campaign is cr3590.
- 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:
- 16V135000 on 03/03/2016
- Component:
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
- Manufactured:
- 12/31/2013 - 02/14/2016
- Affected:
- 863
- Defect:
- Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 lfs and lfs artic vehicles manufactured from january 1, 2014, through february 15, 2016. on the affected vehicles, the pin on the wiper idler arm may strip causing the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
- Consequence:
- If the windshield wipers become inoperative, visibility will be decreased, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper idler arm, free of charge. the recall began on april 21, 2016. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova's number for this recall is cr3601.
- 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:
- 18V299000 on 05/09/2018
- Component:
- Service brakes, air:disc:caliper
- Manufactured:
- 03/11/2015 - 09/13/2017
- Affected:
- 1,058
- Defect:
- Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2015-2017 nova lfs and lfs artic transit buses, equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
- Consequence:
- Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Nova will notify owners and dealers will install new guide pins at each wheel end on suspect axles, free of charge. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova's number for this recall is cr4079.
- 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:
- 18V829000 on 11/27/2018
- Component:
- Electrical system: software
- Manufactured:
- 08/20/2013 - 06/02/2018
- Affected:
- 315
- Defect:
- Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2013-2018 nova lfs artic transit buses. a fault code in the engine may cause the vehicle to operate at zero velocity and lack of dampening reducing vehicle stability.
- Consequence:
- If there is a loss of vehicle stability, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Nova will notify owners, and dealers will update the hubner acu software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin december 21, 2018. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova's number for this recall is cr4422.
- 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.
2015 NOVA BUS LFS ARTIC TSBs (62)
- Bulletin:
- BS3626E
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Cummins code 1242 for accelerator sensors circuit
- 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:
- BS3773E
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- The communication between allison transmission and acu3 requires optimization. reprogram the acu3 hubner software.
- 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:
- BS3379ER2
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- "the red artic tell tale light comes on: 1- for an «error 2 plausibility 2» code lights, generated, for no reason 2- when no code is registered in the acu (ghost code). solution: reprogram the articu
- 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:
- BS3538E
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Wheelhouse kick-plates may come loose.
- Bulletin:
- BS3515E
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Cable lugs may break: replacement of 24-volt and hvac cables in egs
- 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:
- BS3871E
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- There is a possibility of battery cable (+ve) chaffing against sharp bracket supporting the ground cable.
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- LI3486E
- Component:
- 021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
- Summary:
- Lubrication schedule for the bearing articulation. additional greasing intervals promote extended durability of articulation joint main bearing when exposed to harsh environments. these severe environments may include, but not limited to, d
- Bulletin:
- BS3465E
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Articulation solenoid circuit may cause an error code in acu
- Bulletin:
- bs3871e
- Component:
- 111100 electrical system:battery:cables
- Summary:
- There is a possibility of battery cable (+ve) chaffing against sharp bracket supporting the ground cable.
- Bulletin:
- BS3379ER1
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Hübner articulation. the red artic tell tale light comes on: 1- for an «error 2 plausibility 2» code lights, generated, for no reason 2- when no code is registered in the acu (ghost code).
- Bulletin:
- BS3379E
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Hübner articulation.the red artic tell tale light comes on: 1- for an «error 2 plausibility 2» code lights, generated, for no reason 2- when no code is registered in the acu (ghost code).
- 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:
- BS3866E
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Cummins coolant sensors equipped with epc connectors fail in service due to water infiltration.
- 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:
- BS3969E
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Dust intrusion in baselights area through the structure vertical tubes (60' 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:
- LI3720E
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Introduction of optimized hub carrier kit for zf avn-132 middle axle on 60' vehicles
- 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:
- LI4074E
- Component:
- 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
- Summary:
- Improved solution to secure radiator canopy panel hardware
- Bulletin:
- BS3419E
- Component:
- 136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
- Summary:
- The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
- Bulletin:
- LI2002E
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Tire manufacturer michelin has introduced new tires with improved features, including; longitudinal and lateral grip on dry and wet surfaces; increased tread wear mileage
- Bulletin:
- LI3045E
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Coolant filter additive free n71764 installed in production since august 2013
- 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:
- LI4113E
- Component:
- 356000 equipment adaptive
- Summary:
- Procedure and tooling to remove the articulation cylinder pin is inadequate.
- 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:
- LI3402ER4
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Low coolant level sensor warning
- Bulletin:
- LI4263E
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Possibility of engine derating, stalling and losing of power
- Bulletin:
- BS4173E
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- The egs coolant hoses may leak in the baselight above the passenger area.
- Bulletin:
- LI4167E
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
- 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:
- LI4167ER1
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
- Bulletin:
- BS4178E
- 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:
- LI4167ER2
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
- 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:
- LI4374E
- Component:
- 170000 latches/locks/linkages
- Summary:
- Latch adjustment for the proper operation of the destination sign doors
- 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:
- LI4374ER1
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Latch adjustment for the the proper operation of the destination sign doors.
- Bulletin:
- BS4173ER1
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- The egs coolant hoses may leak in the baselight above the passenger area.
- 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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