The worst 2002 Nova Bus LFS problems
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Recalls 1
Service brakes, air: supply: low pressure warning: switch
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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 beginning October 2, 2026.
Recall number 26V355000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Nova Bus LFS 15
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Installation of new pressure regulator for retarder interlock
- Installation of new pressure regulator for interlock retarder
- Installation of new pressure regulator for interlock retarder
- Information about the engine coolant
- Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
- The auxiliary heater fuel filter is now obsolete
- Repair procedure for cracks reoccurring on the flooring above the rear axle
- The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
- Moisture may accumulate in the space under the driver's seat and cause corrosion of the power steering...
- Replacement of Tandem air dryer
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Is the 2002 Nova Bus LFS reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 Nova Bus LFS.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Nova Bus LFS?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2002 Nova Bus LFS have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, air.
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