CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2021 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.
Bus Heater Can Short Out, Fire Risk; Windshield Defrost May Fail
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses may have an auxiliary heater module that allows contaminants to enter the electronic controller.
Air leak can engage parking brake without brake lights
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses from model years 2021 through 2024 may develop an air leak in the parking brake valve.
Loose Alternator Cable Nut Can Cause Electrical Fire
The alternator power cable nut on certain transit buses may not have been tightened properly during assembly.
Roof AC Unit Brackets May Fail, Risking Detachment
Certain 2020-2023 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses may have brackets holding the Mobile Climate Control HVAC unit that could fail.
Electrical short can overheat fuse holder and cause fire
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic transit buses may have a 24-volt power cable and a grounded mounting fastener that secures the fuse holder that can short circuit.
Transit Bus Driveshaft Can Separate, Causing Power Loss
Some transit buses may have a transmission yoke that can separate, causing the driveshaft to come loose and the bus to suddenly lose drive power.
Steering Fasteners May Loosen and Fall Out, Risking Loss of Steering
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses may have an insufficient clamp load on the steering gear box, which can allow the mounting plate fasteners to loosen and possibly fall out.
Corroded Fan Fuse Holder Can Short Out and Cause Fire
The radiator fan's electrical fuse holder on certain transit buses may corrode excessively.
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.
Power Steering Pipe May Separate, Causing Steering Loss
Certain power steering pipes running from the rear engine bay to the front gear box may separate at a connection joint.
2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic questions
Does the 2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic: Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off; Bus Heater Can Short Out, Fire Risk; Windshield Defrost May Fail; Air leak can engage parking brake without brake lights; Loose Alternator Cable Nut Can Cause Electrical Fire; Roof AC Unit Brackets May Fail, Risking Detachment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic has been fixed?
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