2012 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2012 Nova Bus Lfs Artic. Newest first.
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 1997-2002, 2005-2024 LFS, 2009-2014, and 2016 - 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. The low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk and remedy
Risk
A low brake air pressure warning light that fails to illuminate when the engine is off will not alert the driver to a low brake pressure condition, increasing the risk of a crash if the parking brake is disengaged before starting the engine.
Remedy
Nova Bus will update the firmware, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed by July 17, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5918. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2010-2020 LFS Artic and 2012-2024 LFS vehicles. The driver's seat belt may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk and remedy
Risk
A seat belt that does not retract properly may result in a loose seat belt, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will install additional seat stoppers to the driver's rear partition, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 4, 2025. Nova's number for this recall is CR5635. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-350. Vehicles that were previously recalled under 23V-350 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 LFS and 2009-2012 LFS Artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2023. Owners may contact Nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5350/5351.
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nova LFS and LFS Artic transit buses manufactured from June 18, 2012, through October 19, 2015. The affected transit buses have destinations signs that may not be properly secured and, as a result, the sign may fall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If an sign falls, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone under or standing near the sign.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the sign as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2016. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR3539.
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS Artic transit buses manufactured from September 1, 2010, through April 30, 2015, and equipped with Allison transmissions. The main power cable within the energy guiding system (EGS) may have been incorrectly routed and, as a result, the cable may disconnect.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the main power cable disconnects, there will be a loss of power that could disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the main power cable, re-routing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2016. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR3590.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10235130DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
- 10231881The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
- 10208494New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
- 10198686Coolant hose rubbing against bulk head panel edge
- 10189649ITS Box Shelves Loose
- 10188182Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
- 10188161Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
- 10188146Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
- 10186521The plastic reservoir of the HPU can crack and leak. A leakage could lead to a malfunction of the access ramp.
- 10186511Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
- 10185001High ambient temperature on exhaust side (after-treatment area) may cause Wiring Harness Assembly 64 wires and connectors to become brittle and fail.
- 10182140Auxiliary heater Thermo 350 is discontinued. The Thermo Plus unit will replace the current unit only if the whole unit needs to be replaced. There is no need to retrofit any buses with the new Thermo Plus units. Replacement parts are available for the current Thermo/Thermo-S units already installed.
- 10180584Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
- 10178052Sikaflex seam sealing the exterior panel crack.
- 10178051Coolant hose rub on bulkhaed inside the energy guiding system
- 10176900TRW has eliminated from service procedure TAS-103 the greasing of the steering gearbox output shaft.
- 10176896Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
- 10176893Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
- 10176880The plastic reservoir of the HPU can crack and leak. A leakage could lead to a malfunction of the access ramp.
- 10176877Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
- 10172395Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
- 10172394Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
- 10166468A new part kit and work procedure is required to replace the auxiliary heater filter N12950 since the latter has been discontinued by its supplier.
- 10164976Engine Fan Connector hot
- 10164039Splash Cover NYCT L670, L681 and L692
- 10164034Various Sika Seams are Cracking
- 10164032Body panels joints may crack
- 10161104The repair kit parts will require a specific installation procedure. Current stock parts may still be used
- 10161101Splash cover for Sika bead
- 10159745Engine Fan Connector hot
- 10155333Sika Seams are Cracking, Strip Solution will be introduced in service.
- 10155332Availability of a dust protection kit to remove the maintenance need to clean the flame sensor sight glass when excessive soot or debris is accumulated on the internal burner head disc.
- 10153469To avoid the risk of air being trapped which could damage the EGR cooler.
- 10148089A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,
- 10148088An inadequate assembly sequence of the engine cradle may cause cracks in certain cases.
- 10148066Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
- 10142433The structural integrity of the plastic PEX fittings may be affected if coated with liquid and/or lubricant, which may lead to coolant leaking into the passenger compartment.
- 10142431New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
- 10142429New improved stanchion is now available for installation in the articulation section of the vehicle.
- 10142428Dust intrusion in baselights area through the return air grill.
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