Bova
Futura
4 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.
If your Futura is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Bova dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.
Notices on record
4
Bova Futura
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POSSIBLE OIL LEAK AND FAILURE OF GEARBOX
R/2001/100 · 30 Jul 2001
30 Jul 2001Defect
It is possible that following a large number of retarder operations the retarder change over valve springs could fail causing damage to the valve seals which results in oil leaks from the valves. In extreme circumstances total failure of the gearbox due to lack of lubrication can occur.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and renew the retarder change over valve return springs. Issue service information advising that the springs should be renewed every 250000 kms.
Build window
Built 1 Jan 1995 – 31 Dec 1998
~94 vehicles affected
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POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF ROOF HATCH
R/1998/004 · 19 Jan 1998
19 Jan 1998Defect
The roof emergency escape hatch may vibrate loose from it's retaining catches and in very windy conditions could detach from the vehicle.
Remedy
Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a modified pin and screw to the roof hatch mechanism and a check on the operation of the hatch operating handle. Where necessary handles will be replaced with longer versions.
Build window
Built 1 Jan 1995 – 30 Jul 1995
~21 vehicles affected
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INTEGRITY OF REAR AXLE SECURING BOLT
R/1997/067 · 30 Jun 1997
30 Jun 1997Defect
The rear axle securing bolts may shear.
Remedy
Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original bolts replaced with quality assured examples.
Build window
Built 1 Jan 1996 – 31 Dec 1996
~10 vehicles affected
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SEIZURE OF FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTER
R/1994/055 · 1 Oct 1994
1 Oct 1994Defect
The front brake caliper brake adjusting mechanism may seize due to the ingress of water over a period of time.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the caliper with a version incorporating improved sealing arrangements.
Build window
Built 1 Jan 1993 – 31 Aug 1994
~80 vehicles affected
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Last indexed: 2026-04-26.
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