Nova Bus (us) Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V334000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V334000 by Nova Bus (us) Inc.. Affecting model year 2012 nova lfs transit buses equipped with certain bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits Includes 15 affected units, Brake Valve Plunger, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012 nova lfs transit buses equipped with certain bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits

Defect Summary

Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2012 nova lfs transit buses equipped with certain bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits.the brake valve plunger may fracture after brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. this condition may limit the driver's ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. there is also the potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and prevent the release of the service brakes.

Corrective Action

Nova bus will notify owners and repair the vehicles that contain the brake valves, treadle assemblies, and plunger kits, free of charge. the safety recall began on august 7, 2012. owners may contact nova bus at 1-800-350-6682 or bendix at 1-440-329-9386.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V334000
Manufacturer: Nova Bus (us) Inc.
Report Received Date: 2012-07-16T00:00:00
Subject: Brake valve plunger
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 15

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CR1875A
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2012 nova lfs transit buses equipped with certain bendix brake valves, treadle assemblies, and/or plunger kits.the brake valve plunger may fracture after brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. this condition may limit the driver's ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. there is also the potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and prevent the release of the service brakes.
Consequence Summary: This condition could reduce braking ability and lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Nova bus will notify owners and repair the vehicles that contain the brake valves, treadle assemblies, and plunger kits, free of charge. the safety recall began on august 7, 2012. owners may contact nova bus at 1-800-350-6682 or bendix at 1-440-329-9386.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-c5bi-7tx3-4k7d
NHTSA ID: 12V334000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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