Nova Bus (us) Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V277000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V277000 by Nova Bus (us) Inc.. Affecting 2014 lfs and 2012-2013 lfs artic transit buses Includes 40 affected units, Incorrect Emergency Exit Window/FMVSS 217, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014 lfs and 2012-2013 lfs artic transit buses

Defect Summary

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."

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V277000
Manufacturer: Nova Bus (us) Inc.
Report Received Date: 2023-04-18T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect emergency exit window/fmvss 217
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 40

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CR5415
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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."
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 0

Metadata

SID: row-4drh~yftx_bza6
NHTSA ID: 23V277000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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