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NHTSARecalled Jun 30, 2014 · #14V381000

Alternator Cable Terminal may Fracture and Arc

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.

Product details

Product
Alternator Cable Terminal may Fracture and Arc
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Model numbers
2014 LFS
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice