Alternator cable terminal may fracture and arc
Defect Summary
Nova bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 lfs transit buses manufactured june 2010 to june 2014. in the affected vehicles, the terminal on the postive alternator cable may fracture causing the cable to arc to other components.
Safety Consequence
Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action
Nova bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the terminal and replace it if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall began august 29, 2014. owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. nova bus' number for this recall is cr3201.
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Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 14V381000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V381000?
NHTSA recall 14V381000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on June 30, 2014. It addresses: Alternator cable terminal may fracture and arc. The recall affects approximately 734 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V381000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR3201. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.