Service brakesRecall 12V-334 · 2012 Nova Bus Nova LFS
NOVA BUS recall 12V-334 covers 15 2012 Nova Bus Nova LFS for a service brakes problem, reported to NHTSA on July 16, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V334000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2012 Nova LFS transit buses equipped with certain Bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits.The brake valve plunger may fracture after brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. This condition may limit the driver's ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. There is also the potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and prevent the release of the service brakes.
The risk
This condition could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nova Bus will notify owners and repair the vehicles that contain the brake valves, treadle assemblies, and plunger kits, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 7, 2012. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-800-350-6682 or Bendix at 1-440-329-9386.
This is Nova Bus campaign number CR1875A. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.