Report Receipt Date: JUN 30, 2014
NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V381000
Component(s):
Potential Number of Units Affected: 734

Manufacturer: Nova Bus


SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
Arcing of the alternator cable may result in an engine compartment fire.
REMEDY:
Nova Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the terminal and replace it if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in late August 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR3201.
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.