Nova Bus Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #11V158000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V158000 by Nova Bus Incorporated. Includes 198 affected units, STEERING DRAG LINK, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 lfs 40 ft and lfs 60 ft transit buses manufactured from march 31, 2009, through february 11, 2011. an insufficient torque was applied to the drag link attachment bolts during production. The drag link could become detached from the steering linkage, causing a loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will provide owners the correct documentation to verify the torque values for the drag link and to correct the drag link if necessary. at the customer's option, a dealer can perform the correct torque value free of charge. the safety recall began on march 16, 2011. owners may contact nova bus at 1-450-472-6410.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V158000

Manufacturer: Nova Bus Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2011-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Steering drag link

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 198

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 lfs 40 ft and lfs 60 ft transit buses manufactured from march 31, 2009, through february 11, 2011. an insufficient torque was applied to the drag link attachment bolts during production. The drag link could become detached from the steering linkage, causing a loss of vehicle control.

Consequence Summary: Loss of vehicle control could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will provide owners the correct documentation to verify the torque values for the drag link and to correct the drag link if necessary. at the customer's option, a dealer can perform the correct torque value free of charge. the safety recall began on march 16, 2011. owners may contact nova bus at 1-450-472-6410.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4nsq_9c36-ywwk

NHTSA ID: 11V158000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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