NHTSA recall campaign
14V381000
ManufacturerNova BusReported2014-06-30Affected734 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 LFS transit buses manufactured June 2010 to June 2014. In the affected vehicles, the terminal on the postive alternator cable may fracture causing the cable to arc to other components.
Risk
Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the terminal and replace it if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3201.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →