Nova Bus · Canada · High
Nova Bus LFS: Suspension
Affects Nova Bus LFS · 2023 — about 34 vehicles.
The hazard
Issue: On certain transit buses, the mounting plate for the front suspension air spring may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the spring could detach from the mounting plate. If this happens, there could be a sudden loss of vehicle stability. Safety Risks: A sudden loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with directions for how to replace the front suspension air spring mounting plate.
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