NOVABUS LFS 2016: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V457000

Make Model Year
NOVABUS LFS 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-09-15 2020-08-05 2020-08-05

Production Dates: 2014-01-01 - 2016-02-15

Manufacturers Involved: Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: CR4943

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 34

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Nova Bus "Nova" is recalling certain 2016 LFS and LFS Artic buses equipped with specific Allison Transmission drive units. The pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.

Consequence

A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, offloading passengers to transfer them to another bus can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Nova will notify owners, and Allison Transmissions will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2020. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4943.

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.