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- FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
- Problem
- Nova Bus is recalling certain 2016-2020 LFS and LFS Artic vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
- 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 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses have a defect in the high pressure fuel rail assembly. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, which can allow fuel to leak from the rail.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Owners should watch for signs of a fuel leak and have their vehicle checked promptly. The remedy is free: an authorized dealer will inspect the rail threads and replace the fuel rail as necessary at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021.
To find out whether your bus is affected, check your VIN for open recalls, or contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Nova Bus LFS | 20162017201820192020 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus LFS Artic | 20162017201820192020 |