Nova Bus Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #07V027000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V027000 by Nova Bus Incorporated. Includes 384 affected units, ENGINE TURBOCHARGER/SERIES 40 & 50/DETROIT DIESEL, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger compressor wheel and backplate can break allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.

Corrective Action

Novabus in conjunction with detroit dieselwill inspect and replace the turbocharger, as necessary, to ensure that affected units have a boreless turbocharger compressor wheel and reinforced backplate and attachment installed (please see 04e051). the recall began on january 26, 2007. owners may contact nova bus at 1-313-592-3708.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V027000

Manufacturer: Nova Bus Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2007-02-01T00:00:00

Subject: Engine turbocharger/series 40 & 50/detroit diesel

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 384

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger compressor wheel and backplate can break allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.

Consequence Summary: This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.

Corrective Action: Novabus in conjunction with detroit dieselwill inspect and replace the turbocharger, as necessary, to ensure that affected units have a boreless turbocharger compressor wheel and reinforced backplate and attachment installed (please see 04e051). the recall began on january 26, 2007. owners may contact nova bus at 1-313-592-3708.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V027000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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