Recall 14V473 affects 189 2013 Nova Bus Lfs transit buses for loose windshield wiper linkage hardware. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
Nova Bus is recalling 189 2013 Lfs transit buses because the bolt securing the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor can loosen over time. If the linkage comes loose, the wipers can stop working, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk; the Nova Bus dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The windshield wiper motor on a 2013 Nova Bus Lfs transit bus provides the turning force that moves the wiper arms across the windshield. A metal linkage connects that motor to the wiper mechanism, so the motor's motion becomes the back and forth sweep that clears rain, spray, and road grime from the driver's view.
In this recall, the bolt that secures the wiper linkage to the motor can loosen over time. When that connection loosens, the motor still has power, but the linkage is no longer held firmly in place. The wipers can lose their normal sweep or stop responding because the motor is not transferring motion cleanly to the arms.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or maintenance crew first notices the problem when the wipers move unevenly, stall, or fail to clear the windshield during use.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Nova Bus Lfs | wiper system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 189 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
Loose windshield wiper linkage can make the wipers stop working, reduce the driver's visibility, and increase the risk of a crash. If visibility drops, pull over when safe and arrange service before driving in rain or road spray. Repair will be free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Nova Bus Lfs is included in this recall.
- Confirm the repair status with Nova Bus customer service before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to ask about the free windshield-wiper-linkage repair.
- Reference recall number 14V473 when you call, and bring the owner notice if you have it.
- Avoid driving in rain or poor visibility until the bolt and nut repair secures the wiper linkage to the wiper motor.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nova Bus technician replaces the bolt and nut that attach the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor. That repair secures the wiper linkage so the motor can move the wipers as intended. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. If your bus is included, contact Nova Bus customer service or the dealer for help with repair scheduling.
Timeline
| August 1, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 24, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V473?
Recall 14V473 covers 189 2013 Nova Bus Lfs transit buses with a windshield wiper linkage bolt that can loosen over time. If the linkage separates from the wiper motor, the wipers stop working, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013 Nova Bus Lfs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V473. If it is, contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule replacement of the bolt and nut that attach the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor. Reference recall 14V473 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Nova Bus dealers will replace the bolt and nut that attach the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V473?
The safety risk is reduced visibility if the windshield wipers stop working. NHTSA campaign 14V473 says a loose windshield wiper linkage can separate from the wiper motor, which increases crash risk because the driver loses normal wiper operation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V473000 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus customer service | 1-800-350-6682 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V473 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V473000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →