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SevereNHTSA·12V334000·Announced 2012-07-16

Nova Bus Recalls 2012 LFS Transit Buses for Brake Valve Defect

Nova Bus is recalling 2012 LFS transit buses because a brake valve plunger may fracture, potentially reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2012 Nova LFS transit buses equipped with specific Bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits. The recall involves 15 affected vehicles.

The brake valve plunger may fracture after brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. This condition may limit the driver's ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve and could cause the plunger to become lodged, preventing the release of the service brakes. This could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Nova Bus will notify owners and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on August 7, 2012. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-800-350-6682 or Bendix at 1-440-329-9386.

The recalled product

Product
NOVA BUS NOVA LFS
Brand
NOVA BUS
Manufacturer
NOVA BUS
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
15

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • NOVA LFS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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