Nova Bus C288, C283 +3 more: Brakes

Affects Nova Bus C288, C283, C267, C285, C286 · 2000–2001 — about 18 vehicles.

The hazard

Certain transit buses equipped with Arvin Meritor "W-Series" air-actuated brake cam rollers. These rollers were installed as original equipment and also sold as replacement parts. The affected brake rollers may fracture if subjected to high application loadings. If one or more of the affected brake rollers fracture, proper brake application could be compromised, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect brake rollers and replace them if necessary.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational