Safety Recalls of Nova Bus LFS Vehicles

There have been 27 safety recalls for the Nova Bus LFS. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Nova Bus LFS.

NHTSA Recall #: 25V213000; Apr. 7, 2025

a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 lfs transit buses. the engine wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a loss of drive power.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 25V184000; Mar. 25, 2025

a short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 nova bus lfs transit buses. the high voltage batteries may have loose hardware that can fall inside the battery pack and create a short circuit.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 25V101000; Feb. 17, 2025

an insufficient number of emergency exits can prevent or delay passengers from exiting during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2005 Nova Bus LFS, 2006 Nova Bus LFS, 2007 Nova Bus LFS, 2008 Nova Bus LFS
Component: STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2005-2008 lfs transit buses. the buses may have been built with an incorrect number of emergency exits. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 217, "bus emergency exits and ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V907000; Dec. 3, 2024

incorrectly located attachment points may prevent the securement system from adequately restraining the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2024 Nova Bus LFS
Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2022-2024 lfs buses. the wheelchair securement system may have been installed with the attachment points in the incorrect locations. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V873000; Nov. 19, 2024

an unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. additionally, transferring passengers from the disabled bus can increase the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2024 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2023 lfs artic and 2023-2024 lfs buses. the coolant sensor could send a false signal, causing the engine to shut down. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V657000; Sep. 9, 2024

an electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. additionally, a windshield defrosting system that does not function properly can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Nova Bus LFS, 2020 Nova Bus LFS, 2021 Nova Bus LFS, 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2024 Nova Bus LFS, 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2021 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2022 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
Component: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2019-2024 lfs and 2019-2023 lfs artic buses. the auxiliary heater module may allow contaminants to enter the electronic controller, which can cause an electrical short.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V648000; Sep. 3, 2024

an instrument panel that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. a loss of drive power also increases the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2024 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2023 lfs artic and 2023-2024 lfs vehicles. the instrument panel may fail to display the speedometer or incorrectly display warning lights, due to defective firmware. in addition, the firmware may result in a loss of drive power.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V647000; Sep. 3, 2024

a seat belt that does not retract properly may result in a loose seat belt, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Nova Bus LFS, 2013 Nova Bus LFS, 2014 Nova Bus LFS, 2015 Nova Bus LFS, 2016 Nova Bus LFS, 2017 Nova Bus LFS, 2018 Nova Bus LFS, 2019 Nova Bus LFS, 2020 Nova Bus LFS, 2021 Nova Bus LFS, 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2024 Nova Bus LFS, 2010 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2011 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2012 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2013 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2014 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2015 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2016 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2017 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2018 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova) is recalling certain 2010-2020 lfs artic and 2012-2024 lfs vehicles. the driver's seat belt may not retract properly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 209, "seat belt assemblies."... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V564000; Jul. 26, 2024

reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Nova Bus LFS, 2020 Nova Bus LFS, 2021 Nova Bus LFS, 2022 Nova Bus LFS, 2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic
Component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2019-2023 lfs and 2019-2020 lfs arctic buses. the glazing used on the glass windows may reduce the driver's visibility. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 205, "glazing ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 24V449000; Jun. 17, 2024

the separation can allow the passenger door to open while the bus is in motion, increasing the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Nova Bus LFS
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH PLATE
Recall Summary: nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2021 lfs buses. the welds may fail, allowing the rotary plate to separate from the door operator. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Nova Bus LFS Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Apr. 7, 2025   Electrical System:wiring 44
Mar. 25, 2025   Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery 4
Feb. 17, 2025   Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit 7
Dec. 3, 2024   Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:critical Fasteners 24
Nov. 19, 2024   Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings 673
Sep. 9, 2024   Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System:windshield:electrical Heating Element 208
Sep. 3, 2024   Seat Belts:front 1,575
Sep. 3, 2024   Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel 179
Jul. 26, 2024   Visibility:glass, Side/rear 186
Jun. 17, 2024   Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch Plate 7
May. 10, 2024   Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 52
Mar. 27, 2024   Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings 641
Mar. 17, 2024   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 688
Mar. 4, 2024   Electrical System:wiring:switches/knobs/buttons 36
Jan. 19, 2024   Visibility 159
Aug. 2, 2023   Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery 13
Jul. 12, 2023   Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections 196
Jul. 12, 2023   Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 334
Dec. 7, 2022   Exterior Lighting 519
Nov. 15, 2022   Steering:critical Fasteners 827
Jun. 8, 2016   Equipment 914
Apr. 5, 2016   Seats 430
Mar. 4, 2016   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages 863
Nov. 5, 2015   Structure:body:door 304
Aug. 1, 2014   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages 189
Jun. 30, 2014   Service Brakes, Air:antilock:abs Warning Light 796
Jun. 30, 2014   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 734


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Nova Bus LFS Model Years

Model# Recalls
2024 Nova Bus LFS 6
2023 Nova Bus LFS 15
2022 Nova Bus LFS 14
2021 Nova Bus LFS 9
2020 Nova Bus LFS 7
2019 Nova Bus LFS 6
2018 Nova Bus LFS 4
2017 Nova Bus LFS 3
2016 Nova Bus LFS 3
2015 Nova Bus LFS 6
2014 Nova Bus LFS 7
2013 Nova Bus LFS 8
2012 Nova Bus LFS 4
2011 Nova Bus LFS 2
2010 Nova Bus LFS 2
2008 Nova Bus LFS 1
2007 Nova Bus LFS 1
2006 Nova Bus LFS 1
2005 Nova Bus LFS 1