NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nova Bus (US) Inc. - Improperly Tightened Nut May Cause Electrical Arc
Published: March 17, 2024Recall ID: 24V203000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loose nut can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LFS Artic and 2021-2023 LFS buses. The alternator power cable nut may not have been tightened properly.
Affected Products
Improperly Tightened Nut May Cause Electrical Arc
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Improperly Tightened Nut May Cause Electrical Arc |
| Nhtsa id | 24V203000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V203000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
| Defect summary | Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LFS Artic and 2021-2023 LFS buses. The alternator power cable nut may not have been tightened properly. |
| Completion rate | 96.38 |
| Corrective action | Nova will inspect and tighten the power cable nut as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5570. |
| Consequence summary | A loose nut can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | CR5570 |
| Potentially affected | 608 |
| Report received date | 2024-03-17T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |