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- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Problem
- Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2020 Nova Bus LFS transit buses. Certain power steering pipes from the rear engine bay to the front gear box may separate at the connection joint. This may cause a power steering assist lost and power steering fluid may leak from the ceiling into the passenger compartment.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash. A power steering fluid leak into the passenger cabin may increase the risk of a passenger injury.
- Remedy
- Nova Bus will notify owners, provide instructions for inspecting and replacing the power steering pipes, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4963.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain power steering pipes running from the rear engine bay to the front gear box may separate at a connection joint. If this happens, the bus can lose power steering assist, and power steering fluid may leak from the ceiling into the passenger compartment.
Losing power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash, and fluid leaking into the cabin can increase the risk of passenger injury. The remedy is free: Nova Bus will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting and replacing the power steering pipes at no charge. The recall began October 7, 2020.
Owners can contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682 and reference recall CR4963. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls through the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Nova Bus LFS | 201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus LFS Artic | 201920202021 |