AI Damage2017 Nova BUS LFS Artic: common problems
The maker issued 73 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 73
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Failure of camera bracket will cause the camera to swing while bus is in motion
- Improved durability of engine-side heat exchanger hoses
- Validation of the previous passenger seat back panel campaign
- A bad connection at the ZF transmission connector may cause the transmission to jerk when shifting or show…
- Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan
- ECP radiator failures deemed to be due to overpressure events
- The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete
Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
- Destination sign controllers were failing at a high rate
Water intrusion causing signs to fail cracks on lights
- Horn may fail due to the low internal high heat resistance
- Headlight Failure
- New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle
- radiator leaking coolant
NHTSA lists 73 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nova BUS LFS Artic?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 73 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Nova BUS LFS Artic?
NHTSA lists 73 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Nova BUS LFS Artic from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.