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2009 Nova Bus Nova LFS recall: connection

Nova Bus Incorporated reported this safety recall on March 10, 2011. It covers about 198 vehicles.

vehicles affected
198
reported
Mar 10, 2011
owners notified
Mar 16, 2011

Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection

What is wrong
Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 lfs 40 ft and lfs 60 ft transit buses manufactured from march 31, 2009, through february 11, 2011. An insufficient torque was applied to the drag link attachment bolts during production. The drag link could become detached from the steering linkage, causing a loss of vehicle control.
Risk
Loss of vehicle control could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will provide owners the correct documentation to verify the torque values for the drag link and to correct the drag link if necessary. At the customer's option, a dealer can perform the correct torque value free of charge. The safety recall began on march 16, 2011. Owners may contact nova bus at 1‑450‑472‑6410.

Recall number 11V158000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V158000

Is there a recall on the 2009 Nova Bus Nova LFS connection?

Yes. Recall 11V158000, reported on March 10, 2011, covers about 198 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V158000?

Dealers will provide owners the correct documentation to verify the torque values for the drag link and to correct the drag link if necessary. At the customer's option, a dealer can perform the correct torque value free of charge. The safety recall began on march 16, 2011. Owners may contact nova bus at 1‑450‑472‑6410.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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