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2009-2012 Nova Bus Nova LFS recall: electrical system

Nova Bus reported this safety recall on December 19, 2013. It covers about 264 vehicles.

vehicles affected
264
reported
Dec 19, 2013
owners notified
Jan 21, 2014

Electrical system

What is wrong
Nova Bus is recalling certain 2009-2012 model year LFS and LFS HEV transit buses equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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).

Recall number 13V642000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V642000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2012 Nova Bus Nova LFS electrical system?

Yes. Recall 13V642000, reported on December 19, 2013, covers about 264 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V642000?

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).

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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