Model year

2012 Nova BUS LFS

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year911k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2012 Nova BUS LFS by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

9 recall campaigns cover the 2012 Nova BUS LFS

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2012 Nova BUS LFS
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-355Jun 2, 2026Low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is offBrakes5,662Software update
24V-647Nov 5, 2024Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts1,570Part replacement
23V-350May 17, 2023Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts166Repair or modification
23V-277Apr 18, 2023Emergency exit window release and label may have been installed in the incorrect locationStructure40Repair or modification
22V-902Dec 7, 2022These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipmentLighting519Part replacement
21V-151Mar 9, 2021Center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standardLighting123Not stated
19V-274Apr 5, 2019Engine door fan electrical connector may not be able to handle the required current and may overheat, possibly resulting in a fireElectrical system1,221Part replacement
16V-412Jun 8, 2016Affected transit buses have destinations signs that may not be properly secured and, as a result, the sign may fallEquipment914Repair or modification
16V-191Apr 5, 2016Affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-BracketSeats430Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2012 Nova BUS LFS

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    93 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • LI5228ER2 Apr 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
    • APS5370E Feb 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
    • LI5170E Feb 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
    • FT4389R1 Mar 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ITS Box Shelves Loose
    • LI3978E Feb 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
    • LI4995E Feb 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
    • LI5011E Jan 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
    • LI4909ER1 Dec 2, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      High ambient temperature on exhaust side (after-treatment area) may cause Wiring Harness Assembly 64 wires and connectors to become brittle and fail.
    • LI4696ER1 Oct 13, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Auxiliary heater Thermo 300 is discontinued. The Thermo Plus unit will replace the current unit only if the whole unit needs to be replaced. There is no need to retrofit any buses with the new Thermo Plus units. Replacement parts are available for the curre…
    • BS3667ER2 Sep 4, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
    • LI4909E Jul 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Under certain condition (high temperature in southern state) combine with the engine compartment high ambient temperature near the exhaust side may cause the exhaust harness wires and connector to become brittle and fail.
    • LI4432ER1 Jun 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TRW has eliminated from service procedure TAS-103 the greasing of the steering gearbox output shaft.
    • LI4810ER1 Jun 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module.
    • APS4896E Jun 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.
    • LI4810E Feb 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Obsolete AIC3 module needs to be replaced by the newer AIC4 module
    • LI4674E Sep 19, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A new part kit and work procedure is required to replace the auxiliary heater filter N12950 since the latter has been discontinued by its supplier.
    • APS4531E Feb 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Availability of a dust protection kit to remove the maintenance need to clean the flame sensor sight glass when excessive soot or debris is accumulated on the internal burner head disc.
    • LI4546E Jan 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      To avoid the risk of air being trapped which could damage the EGR cooler.
    • LI4512E Nov 28, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brake wear signal reads 0% or fluctuates
    • LI4394E Oct 31, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A new air dryer inspection procedure will be added to the maintenance and preventive maintenance manual for air dryer system sections,
    • LI4417E Oct 5, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Maintenance update of the EGR differential pressure sensor and diesel particulate filter which must be cleaned at 5000hrs for Cummins Engine(s) concerning ISL9 CM2250.
    • BS3150ER1 Oct 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New fastener for ceiling speaker/camera tile
    • BS4243E Feb 8, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Dust hides safety decals on hybrid electric units
    • LI4084ER1 Nov 14, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      N64662 PAL hydraulic filter head discontinued and replaced by hydraulic filter head N8905938 and filter N8905939
    • LI4059ER1 Oct 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
    • LI3402ER4 Oct 5, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Low coolant level sensor warning
    • LI3402ER3 Sep 29, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Low coolant level sensor warning
    • BS4051ER3 Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost.
    • LI4060ER1 Aug 24, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
    • LI3188 Jul 4, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A new radius rod bolt torque is now in effect.
    • BS3070 Jul 18, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Possible chafing between the brake hoses and surrounding components.
    • LI3193 Jul 18, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The rear engine access door may not close properly
    • BS3150E Sep 26, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New fastener for ceiling speaker tile
    • BS2079E Sep 18, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The steering wheel can break with repeated overload.
    • BS3081ER1 Feb 11, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Install a new, more robust plastic fuel tank.
    • BS3081E Feb 5, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Install a new, more robust plastic fuel tank.
    • BS3043ER2 Feb 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Possibility of water infiltration in the engine air intake.
    • LI2116E Feb 3, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Diagnose a potentiel Bendix disk brake thermal overload.
    • BS3095 Feb 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hoses and harnesses can be damaged in the energy guidance system
    • BS1859ER1 May 15, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Possible loss of communication in J1939 network
    • BS1592AR1 May 23, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      RUBBER SUPPORT BREAKS ON THE HORIZONTAL CAC PIPE.
    • BS1908ER1 May 8, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
    • BS1908E May 8, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The engine air intake hose could rub against the air conditioning compressor components
    • LI3402ER1 Sep 9, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Low coolant level sensor warning
    • LI3402ER2 Sep 16, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Low coolant level sensor warning
    • BS3419E Sep 22, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The wiper motor cannot be stopped by the driver.
    • LI3732ER1 Jul 21, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Procedure to follow when replacing a plastic motorize valve by a metal motorize valve.
    • LI4060E Jul 20, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
    • LI4059E Jul 20, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In case of replacing the existing radiator, there is an option to either refit the radiator to the existing frame or replace the complete radiator assembly with frame.
    • BS4051ER2 Jul 20, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost.
    • LI2068E Mar 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Risk of oil leaks, particularly in hot climates, O-rings on ZF axle type AV-132
    • BS1818ER1 Mar 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Coolant fluid hoses for the DEF reservoir may come into contact with the engine cradle and the streetside engine support, close to the transmission. In cases of contact, tearing of the hoses could result.
    • BS4051E May 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Interlock brake is activated when the B-bus network is disconnected or lost
    • LI3948E May 5, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In case of replacing the existing ZF ABS sensor of AV-132, there is an option to refit the ABS sensor in accordance with AV-132 II
    • LI1817ER1 Oct 12, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.
    • LI1817E Oct 12, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      information Oil side was written on the wrong side of the seal.
    • BS1859E Nov 9, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Possible loss of communication in J1939 network
    • APS1835AR2 Nov 7, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.
    • APS1835AR1 Nov 6, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF RESERVOIR CAP. NOVA BUS IS OFFERING AN IMPROVED CAP. THIS CAP OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES, IN PARTICULAR A MORE ROBUST DESIGN.
    • LI1950E Dec 4, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Recalibration of the ECM (Electronic Control Module) on ISL CM2250 engines.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.