Nova Bus · United States · Crit
Nova Bus Nova LFS: Electrical system
Affects Nova Bus Nova LFS · 2009–2012 — about 264 vehicles.
The hazard
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
What to do
Nova Bus will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the converters, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus's numbers for this recall are CR3030, CR3031, CR3032, CR3033 and CR3034 (depending on the converter's part number and location of in the vehicle).
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational