Nova Bus (US) – Brake Lights and Tail Lights Too High/FMVSS 108

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 LFS Buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”


Report Received Date 03/09/2021
NHTSA ID 21V151000
Consequence Summary Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2021. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 123
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V151000)

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