NOVABUS LFS ARTIC 2017: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V670000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NOVABUS | LFS ARTIC | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-10-05 | 2018-09-26 | 2018-10-01 |
Production Dates: 2017-05-31 - 2017-06-14
Manufacturers Involved: Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: CR4437
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Nova Bus "Nova" is recalling certain 2017 Nova Bus LFS Hybrid and LFS Arctic Hybrid transit buses equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Nova will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4435.
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.
