NHTSA Recall 11V158000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V158000; Date: Mar. 10, 2011
Loss of vehicle control could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs
Component: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Manufactured by: Nova Bus Incorporated
Affected Units:: 198
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 16, 2011
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