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2012-2014 Nova Bus LFS recall: escape/egress/exit

Nova Bus (Us) Inc. reported this safety recall on April 18, 2023. It covers about 40 vehicles.

vehicles affected
40
reported
Apr 18, 2023
owners notified
Jun 12, 2023

Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit

What is wrong
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2014 LFS and 2012-2013 LFS Artic transit buses. The emergency exit window release and label may have been installed in the incorrect location. In addition, the emergency exit window opening may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Risk
In an emergency, the incorrect placement of the window exit release and label instructions or the insufficient window opening may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Nova Bus will either remove the emergency exit window feature, and/or relocate the release mechanism, label, and chime cord stop-request system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1‑800‑350‑6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5415.

Recall number 23V277000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 23V277000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Nova Bus LFS escape/egress/exit?

Yes. Recall 23V277000, reported on April 18, 2023, covers about 40 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V277000?

Nova Bus will either remove the emergency exit window feature, and/or relocate the release mechanism, label, and chime cord stop-request system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1‑800‑350‑6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5415.

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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