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2018 Nova BUS LFS

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

Recall campaigns covering this model year1615k 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 2018 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

16 recall campaigns cover the 2018 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 2018 Nova BUS LFS
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-355Jun 2, 2026Low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is offBrakes5,662Software update
26V-182Mar 24, 2026Driver's seat belt tension-reliving device may fail to disengage without manual interventionSeat belts416Not stated
26V-077Feb 10, 2026Passenger seat mounting rails may crack, causing the seat to detach and fall to the floorSeats478Part replacement
24V-647Nov 5, 2024Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts1,570Part replacement
24V-558Jul 25, 2024Brake chamber on the rear axle may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in an air leakBrakes534Part replacement
24V-033Jan 19, 2024Driver's door windows may have been built with the incorrect prime glazing manufacturer DOT code markStructure289Part replacement
23V-714Oct 25, 2023Attachment hardware may have been incorrectly installed beneath the rear wheel well passenger seats, allowing the seat to detach from the frameDo not driveSeats514Part replacement
23V-607Aug 31, 202324-volt power cable and grounded mounting fastener that secures the fuse holder may short circuitElectrical system1,189Part replacement
23V-350May 17, 2023Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts166Repair 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
22V-845Nov 15, 2022Steering gear box may have an insufficient clamp load, which may allow the mounting plate sub-assembly fasteners to loosen and possibly fall outDo not driveSteering827Part replacement
22V-323May 11, 2022Momentary STOP and YIELD text message board is duplicating the stop light and turn signal light signalsEquipment307Not stated
21V-351May 14, 2021Sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leakFuel system644Part replacement
21V-151Mar 9, 2021Center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standardLighting123Not stated
20V-354Jun 15, 2020Safety mechanism that automatically re-opens the pneumatic rear passenger door in case of an obstruction may be inactive under certain conditions,…Electrical system55Software update
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
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 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

    128 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.

    • LI5316ER2 Feb 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • LI5427E Dec 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Improved durability of engine-side heat exchanger hoses.
    • LI5485E Oct 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Introduction of headlight N109645 to replace N71373. The new headlight is interchangeable and offers better protection against water intrusion. It is possible to replace only one headlight if necessary.
    • FT5499E Oct 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Validation of the previous passenger seat back panel campaign.
    • FT5409 Oct 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A bad connection at the ZF transmission connector may cause the transmission to jerk when shifting or show the fault code 188.
    • BS5467E Oct 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Potential presence of a gap may cause frame crack. Only to perform during a frame crack repair process near front bolt of joint #2.
    • FT5433 Sep 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Support for infotainement displays may crack. Overhead Screen Display (for 40' buses)
    • FT4651 Aug 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan.
    • BS5320ER1 Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire light coming on in the dash, Fire detection system
    • FT5243 Feb 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events.
    • 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.
    • FT5125R1 Jan 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to the lack of bonding surface between the two large roof top panels, when thermal expansion and contraction occur these panels separate and leave an opening
    • FT5194 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Destination sign controllers were failing at a high rate. Water intrusion causing signs to fail cracks on lights
    • LI5316ER1 Dec 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • li5316E Nov 30, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • BS5320E Nov 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire light coming on in the dash. Addition of a bracket so water won’t drip on temperature sensor.
    • BS5300E Sep 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HVAC deflectors are breaking at the folded attachment points. The brackets broke right at the bending due to a sharp curve
    • BS5210ER1 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.
    • PC1033 Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Headlight Failure
    • BS5210E Feb 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance.
    • 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.
    • BS5165ER1 Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MCC Driver's Display Electrical Terminal Failure.
    • LI5185E Jan 5, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Cummins has issued a Temporary Repair Practice: TRP2484 â“ ECM Calibration for DEF Header Sensor Failures due to Parts Shortage TRP allowing temporary calibration of the engine ECM in the event of the DEF sensor failure and repeated error codes.
    • FT5068R2 Dec 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures
    • BS5146E Sep 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine could crank when fuel door is open
    • PC1030 Sep 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      cracked marker lights causes water intrusion
    • FT5068R1 Aug 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures
    • BS5119E Jul 22, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brake chambers may fail and cause the drive axle brakes to overheat
    • bs5117 Jun 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The door alarm comes on when the air is released on the main door valve. The alarm does not reset/turn off even when the air is applied again.
    • ft5090 May 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Kidde fire suppression system tamper seal
    • ft5068 Apr 29, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hydraulic Tank Rubber Mount Bushing Failures
    • BS4946E Apr 6, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Emergency Engine Stop Override switch on the Operator's Control Panel is missing.
    • FT4869R1 Mar 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Surge tank cover Chafing on Components
    • PC1020 Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      brakes standard repair
    • FT4389R1 Mar 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ITS Box Shelves Loose
    • FT5041 Mar 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Overhead Display Screen Weld Crack and Hardware Loose
    • FT5048 Mar 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bracket for the front camera may break
    • LI4494E 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.
    • LI3978E Feb 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
    • FT4867R3 Feb 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hydraulic Level Sensor Defective, failures or intermittent Low hydraulic light coming on in service. Sensor failing intermittently this is the new stainless steel improved sensor. Replace sensor by Fozmula.
    • 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.
    • FT4949 Jan 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Throttle pedal not responding with Check Engine Light (CEL) turned on. Out Of Service (OOS) reports are issued with the Cummins 1242 Fault Codes (FC) recorded in the ECM, along with other Throttle Pedal Signal (TPS) codes.
    • Li4998 Jan 22, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The elbow used on the CAC pipes too short and found a leakage, decided to use the double clamp, it was necessary to use the longer elbow in this area.
    • LI5011E Jan 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
    • FT4867R2 Dec 18, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hydraulic level sensor defective
    • FT4997R1 Dec 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Passengers seat back cracked inspection
    • FT4950 Oct 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine door hinge becoming loose
    • LI4695ER1 Oct 5, 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…
    • FT4925 Aug 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Curbside Exterior Mirror Loose and Water Intrusion
    • FT4935 Aug 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The VIP relay is part of the radio control system.Buses are out of service due to radio not working or p/a not working.
    • FT4926 Aug 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Drag links found loose after 35 to 45000 ml. Replace drag links.
    • FT4944 Aug 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      bolts in the rear canopy (under the radiator) are getting loose. The Canopy grid can not fall off the bus due to locking pins .
    • Ft4867R1 Aug 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      failures or intermittent Low hydraulic light coming on in service. Removal of the Hydraulic Oil Level Sensor.
    • FT4892 Aug 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fiber material should be Woven Aramid Fabric, but some parts have knitted Aramid. Install new elbow N75007 and discard the old one.
    • FT4936 Aug 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The battery beam/arm support located on the bottom of the battery compartment was not installed correctly and allowed the batteries to swivel past the beam and touch the stud. adjust location of the arm support, torque hardware to spec, confirm clearance
    • FT4869 Jul 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Coolant surge tank cover may rub on hose and clamps.
    • FT4890 Jul 2, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Air Dryer Consep Valve Relay may stuck ON, causing the Consep Valve to stay energised and to overheat.
    • FT4897 Jul 2, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Charge air cooler piping leaks and create a low pressure fault code in Cummins ECU.
    • FT4905 Jul 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Kidde supply tank hose was found to be missing torque.
    • BS4864E Jul 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Floor damage around the drive shaft access panel
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.