CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Nova Bus LFS Artic has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2016 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 Brake Air Leak Can Cause Unexpected Braking and Fire
Some rear-axle brake chambers may have been improperly manufactured, allowing air to leak from them.
Rear Wheel Well Seats May Detach in a Crash
Certain transit buses have attachment hardware that may have been installed incorrectly beneath the passenger seats next to the rear wheel wells.
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.
Fuel leak near engine can cause bus fire
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses have a defect in the high pressure fuel rail assembly.
Transmission Pressure Switches May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Drive
Certain 2016 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses equipped with specific Allison Transmission drive units may have pressure switches that can fail.
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.
Brake Caliper Guide Pin Can Break, Risking Lost Braking
Certain transit buses built with radial air disc brakes may have a guide pin in the brake calipers with a rough surface.
Bus Accelerator May Stick at Full Throttle Without Driver Input
On certain 2016 transit buses, a loss of communication within the bus's multiplex electrical network can cause the computer to command full throttle without any input from the driver.
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.
2016 Nova Bus LFS Artic questions
Does the 2016 Nova Bus LFS Artic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2016 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 Brake Air Leak Can Cause Unexpected Braking and Fire; Rear Wheel Well Seats May Detach in a Crash; Bus Stop/Yield Sign Can Confuse Other Drivers, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Nova Bus LFS Artic has been fixed?
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