1995 Novabus RTS Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 6, 2007 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RTS years
Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 1995 Novabus RTS so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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1995 Novabus RTS recalls (2)

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Engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/superchargerFeb 1, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V029000 · 900 vehicles

Problem: On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ecm) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.

Risk: Engine malfunction could possibly lead to engine and vehicle damage and potential for a vehicle fire.

Fix: Novabus is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines (please see 05e050). The recall began on january 26, 2007. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-3708 or novabus at 1-450-472-6410.

Exterior lightingMay 30, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V148000 · 2,561 vehicles

Problem: Certain transit buses with an option for deceleration lights do not meet all the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the deceleration lights are located on the rear center of the bus, above the rear engine door. They are provided as a means of alerting vehicles traveling behind the bus that it is slowing down and may be preparing to stop. Also, the driver activated, flashing hoodlum lights, is to alert the public/police to a dangerous situation occurring in the bus for which the driver requires assistance. Two of these lights are located on the front of the bus at each end of the destination sign and two at the rear of the bus below the level of the roof marker lights. They flash in an alternating pattern from side to side. The standard requires that these lamps shall be wired to be steady burning.

Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Fix: Dealers will retrofit these buses. Owner notification began september 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact novabus at 1-505-347-2011.

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Other Novabus RTS years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2001 RTS03
2000 RTS05
1999 RTS03
1998 RTS03
1997 RTS03
1996 RTS02
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Novabus RTS?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Novabus RTS?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1995 Novabus RTS a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RTS model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.