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2008-2021 Nova Bus LFS recall: brake lights

Nova Bus reported this safety recall on March 9, 2021. It covers about 123 vehicles.

vehicles affected
123
reported
Mar 9, 2021
owners notified
May 7, 2021

Exterior lighting: brake lights

What is wrong
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 LFS Buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2021. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1‑800‑350‑6682.

Recall number 21V151000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V151000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2021 Nova Bus LFS brake lights?

Yes. Recall 21V151000, reported on March 9, 2021, covers about 123 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V151000?

Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2021. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1‑800‑350‑6682.

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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