Recall 15V072 affects 16 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs buses with incorrectly positioned rear brake air-line ferrules. Free repair at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
Nova Bus is recalling 16 2006 Nova Lfs transit buses because a rear brake air line retaining ring was positioned incorrectly. If the air line detaches, rear axle braking performance is compromised and crash risk increases; Nova Bus dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear brake air lines on the 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs carry compressed air to the rear brake system. In an air-brake bus, that pressure lets the brake valves and chambers apply braking force at the wheels. A ferrule is the retaining ring at a line fitting; it helps hold the air line in the correct position and seal the connection under pressure.
On affected buses, the ferrule was positioned incorrectly. That means the air-line fitting is not secured the way it was designed to be secured. A fitting in that condition leaves the rear brake air plumbing less secure than intended, so the dealer repair focuses on correcting the ferrule position.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is inside the air-line fitting, so it is not something a driver or maintenance crew can confirm from the driver's seat.
Who's affected?
| 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 16 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
If the air line detaches, rear axle braking performance is reduced, and crash risk rises. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall work and use extra caution until inspection is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs transit bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule the free rear-brake air-line inspection and ferrule repositioning that keeps the air lines secured.
- Bring the recall notice if Nova Bus mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V072 when you call.
- Call Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nova Bus technician inspects the rear brake air lines and checks the retaining ring, or ferrule, position. If the ferrule is not positioned correctly, the technician repositions it so the air line is retained as intended. Nova Bus has notified owners, and the inspection and ferrule repositioning are free under recall 15V072. Parts and labor are covered at the dealer.
Timeline
| February 6, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V072?
Recall 15V072 covers 16 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs transit buses with rear brake air lines that have an incorrectly positioned retaining ring, or ferrule. The air line can detach, reduce rear axle braking performance, and increase crash risk. Nova Bus dealers inspected the air lines and repositioned the ferrules for free.
What should I do if my 2006 Nova Bus Nova Lfs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V072. If it is, contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer or Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410 and reference recall 15V072. Ask whether the rear brake air lines were inspected and whether the ferrules were repositioned.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost. For recall 15V072, Nova Bus dealers inspected the rear brake air lines and repositioned the ferrules, as necessary, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced rear axle braking performance. The incorrectly positioned ferrule can let a rear brake air line detach, which compromises braking at the rear axle and increases crash risk. The fix is a free dealer inspection and ferrule repositioning where needed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V072000 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus customer service | 1-450-472-6410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V072 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V072000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →