NHTSA Recall 15V350000: Air (parking brake)
Nova Bus reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 250 vehicles. It affects 2001–2004 Nova Bus Nova Lfs.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V350000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CR3405 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › AIR |
| Report received | June 5, 2015 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nova Bus is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 LFS buses manufactured January 1, 2001, to December 31, 2004. The affected vehicles have certain air hoses that may have been incorrectly connected to the R14 valve, causing a delay when applying the parking brake.
Safety risk
A delay in the application of the parking brake may result in the bus rolling forward or rearward a few feet, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus is confirming that all buses were inspected and repaired. Nova Bus will notify the owner of any unremedied bus and dealers will correct the hose connection, free of charge. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3405.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V350000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.