CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Nova Bus LFS has 21 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2020 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.
Driver Door Panel May Reduce Visibility and Crash Risk
Some transit buses may have a driver's speaker hole door built without the required DOT code mark on its glazing material.
Driver seat belt may not release properly in a crash
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic transit buses may have a driver's seat belt tension-reliving device that can fail to disengage without manual intervention.
Driver's door window may be wrong glass, reducing visibility
Certain 2019-2020 LFS commercial buses may have driver's door windows built without the prime glazing manufacturer DOT code mark.
Steering wheel may turn unintentionally, raising crash risk
The electric power steering system on certain 2020-2023 transit buses may be missing a check valve.
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 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.
Bus Windows May Reduce Driver Visibility, Raising Crash Risk
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses from model years 2019 through 2023 may have glass windows whose glazing material can reduce the driver's visibility.
Rear Brake Chamber Can Leak Air, Causing Unexpected Braking
A rear axle brake chamber may have been improperly manufactured, allowing air to leak from the brake system.
Coolant hose can leak and stall bus engine
The engine coolant return hose on these buses may fail, causing a coolant leak.
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.
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.
Colorful Auxiliary Lights Could Distract Other Drivers
Certain transit buses were built with non-standard colored auxiliary lights.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2020 Nova Bus LFS questions
Does the 2020 Nova Bus LFS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 21 safety recalls for the 2020 Nova Bus LFS: Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off; Driver Door Panel May Reduce Visibility and Crash Risk; Driver seat belt may not release properly in a crash; Driver's door window may be wrong glass, reducing visibility; Steering wheel may turn unintentionally, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Nova Bus LFS has been fixed?
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