NHTSA Recall 13V642000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V642000; Date: Dec. 19, 2013
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs; 2010 Nova Bus Nova Lfs; 2011 Nova Bus Nova Lfs; 2012 Nova Bus Nova Lfs
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Nova Bus
Affected Units:: 264
Recall Summary:
Nova bus is recalling certain 2009-2012 model year lfs and lfs hev transit buses equipped with sure power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
How to Fix:
Nova bus will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the converters, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Owners may contact nova bus at 1-450-472-6410. Nova bus's numbers for this recall are cr3030, cr3031, cr3032, cr3033 and cr3034 (depending on the converter's part number and location of in the vehicle).
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 21, 2014
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