CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic recalls
Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off
Certain Nova Bus LFS transit buses may have a low brake air pressure warning light that fails to illuminate when the engine is off.
Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses from model years 2010 through 2020 (LFS Artic) and 2012 through 2024 (LFS) have a driver's front seat belt that may not retract properly.
Bus Stop/Yield Sign Can Confuse Other Drivers, Raising Crash Risk
On certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses, the momentary STOP and YIELD text message board repeats the signals already given by the stop lights and turn signals.
Bus Seats May Drop to Floor, Raising Injury Risk
Certain 2014-2017 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses have USSC cantilever seats whose attaching hardware to the side rail may have been improperly tightened.
Bus May Lose Stability or Stop Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk
A software fault code in the engine can cause the bus to operate at zero velocity, and a lack of dampening can reduce vehicle stability.
Transit Bus Destination Sign May Fall Off
Certain 2012-2015 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic transit buses, built between June 18, 2012 and October 19, 2015, have destination signs that may not be properly secured.
Windshield Wipers May Stop Working, Reducing Visibility
The pin on the wiper idler arm can strip on certain 2014-2016 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses, built from January 1, 2014 through February 15, 2016.
Bus Main Power Cable Can Disconnect, Causing Power Loss
The main power cable in the energy guiding system on certain Nova LFS Artic transit buses from 2010 to 2015, built between September 1, 2010, and April 30, 2015 and equipped with Allison transmissions, may have been routed incorrectly.
Passengers' arms can be pinched in bus doors
Certain Nova LFS transit buses from model years 2010 through 2015, including LFS Artic models for 2013 through 2015, have an optical sensor for the passenger counter system.
2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic questions
Does the 2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic: Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off; Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk; Bus Stop/Yield Sign Can Confuse Other Drivers, Raising Crash Risk; Bus Seats May Drop to Floor, Raising Injury Risk; Bus May Lose Stability or Stop Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Nova Bus LFS Artic has been fixed?
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