Recall 23V607000: 2017–2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2017–2022 Nova Bus LFS Artic
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 31, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 1,189
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2017-2023 LFS and 2017-2022 LFS Artic transit buses. The 24-volt power cable and grounded mounting fastener that secures the fuse holder may short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit can overheat the fuse holder and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
The fix
Nova will insect, remove, and clean the fuse holder and cable lugs as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 7, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5445. This recall replaces and expands recall number 22V-416. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-416 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 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
- 2017 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2018 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2019 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2020 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2021 Nova Bus LFS Artic
- 2022 Nova Bus LFS Artic
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V607000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CR5445
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Owner letters
- Nov 7, 2023
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology