Nova Bus (US) Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Nova Bus (US) Inc. in 2013. See the detail of the recall below.

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December 19, 2013

(Campaign #: CR3030-CR3034)

Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire

Nova Bus is recalling certain 2009-2012 model year LFS and LFS HEV transit buses equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

NHTSA ID: 13V642000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 264

Consequence Summary:

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Nova Bus will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the converters, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Owners may contact Nova Bus at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus's numbers for this recall are CR3030, CR3031, CR3032, CR3033 and CR3034 (depending on the converter's part number and location of in the vehicle).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 80.68

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