NHTSA Recall 15V072000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V072000; Date: Feb. 6, 2015
The incorrectly positioned retaining ring may allow the air line to detach, compromising the rear axle braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Nova Bus
Affected Units:: 16
Recall Summary:
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2006 lfs transit buses manufactured January 1, 2006, to December 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the air lines for the rear brake system may have an incorrectly positioned retaining ring (ferrule).
How to Fix:
Nova has notified owners, and dealers have inspected the air lines and repositioned the ferrules, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is cr1247r1.
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: Apr 10, 2015
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