CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Nova Bus LFS has 16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2013 Nova Bus LFS 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.
Passenger seats can crack loose and fall to the floor
Certain Nova Bus LFS transit buses from model years 2013 through 2019, and LFS Artic buses from 2019 and 2020, have passenger seats with Double Transversal design.
Coolant Hoses May Leak Hot Coolant Into Bus Seating Area
The coolant hoses routed through the roof-mounted HVAC unit on certain 2013 LFS transit buses may fail.
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.
Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk
Certain Nova Bus LFS buses from model years 2012 through 2019 may have a driver's seat belt that does not retract properly.
Emergency exit window may be hard to find or open
Certain 2012, 2013 and 2014 Nova Bus LFS transit buses may have the emergency exit window release and its label installed in the wrong location.
Colorful Auxiliary Lights Could Distract Other Drivers
Certain transit buses were built with non-standard colored auxiliary lights.
Brake and tail lights mounted too high, reducing visibility
The brake lights and tail lights on these buses are mounted with their center line higher than federal standards allow.
Bus Engine Door Fan Connector May Overheat and Cause Fire
The electrical connector for the engine door fan on certain Nova Bus LFS city buses may not be able to handle the current it is required to carry.
Hot coolant may leak into bus passenger area
Certain 2013 Nova Bus LFS transit buses have transmission oil coolers that can fail.
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.
Seat Belt Anchors May Detach, Leaving Driver Unrestrained
Certain Nova LFS transit buses built between August 2010 and November 2015 have seat frames (J-Brackets) that may be missing welds.
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.
2013 Nova Bus LFS questions
Does the 2013 Nova Bus LFS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls for the 2013 Nova Bus LFS: Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off; Passenger seats can crack loose and fall to the floor; Coolant Hoses May Leak Hot Coolant Into Bus Seating Area; Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk; Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Nova Bus LFS has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.