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2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS Safety Overview

The 2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 11 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
  • Electrical system
  • Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a battery cable that shorts to ground increases the risk of a fire.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for NOVA BUS NOVA LFS owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 15V077000

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January ...

A battery cable that shorts to ground increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V077000: A battery cable that shorts to ground increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/9/2015
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 15V078000

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 20...

If the incorrectly wired circuit short circuits, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V078000: If the incorrectly wired circuit short circuits, there would be an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/9/2015
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 15V079000

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009 LFS transit buses manufactured January 1, 20...

Failure of the crimping rimgs may affect the braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V079000: Failure of the crimping rimgs may affect the braking performance... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/9/2015
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 15V071000

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 LFS transit buses manufactured January ...

If the axle half shaft fails, the bus would be disabled, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V071000: If the axle half shaft fails, the bus would be disabled, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/6/2015
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 14V380000

Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2006-2013 LFS transit buses.

If the ABS malfunction light does not illuminate if the ABS control unit loses power, the driver would not be aware that the ABS is not functional and that the brakes may unexpectedly lock up under certain conditions when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V380000: If the ABS malfunction light does not illuminate if the ABS control unit... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/30/2014
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 13V642000

Nova Bus is recalling certain 2009-2012 model year LFS and LFS HEV transit buses equipped with Su...

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V642000: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2013
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 11V158000

NOVA BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 LFS 40 FT AND LFS 60 FT TRANSIT BUSES ...

LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V158000: LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/10/2011
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 10V324000

NOVA BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH ATC (AUTOMATIC TRA...

THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE INADVERTENTLY EVEN WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V324000: THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE INADVERTENTLY EVEN WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/12/2010
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 10V216000

NOVA BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 NOVA LFS 40 FT AND MODEL YEAR 2010 NOVA LFS 60...

THE BOLTS CAN BE WORN PREMATURELY AND BREAK OFF, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V216000: THE BOLTS CAN BE WORN PREMATURELY AND BREAK OFF, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/20/2010
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 10V132000

NOVA BUS HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 LFS BUSES EQUIPPED WIT...

DETERIORATION OF THESE O-RINGS MAY OCCUR AND LEAKING OR SEEPAGE OF HYDRAULIC OIL.

NHTSA Recall 10V132000: DETERIORATION OF THESE O-RINGS MAY OCCUR AND LEAKING OR SEEPAGE OF... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/6/2010
2009 NOVA BUS NOVA LFS 10V082000

NOVA BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 LFS 40 FOOT TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMIN...

THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED A CONSEQUENCE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.

NHTSA Recall 10V082000: THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED A CONSEQUENCE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/5/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.