Recall 23V-607: 2017–2023 Nova Bus LFS, 2017–2022 Nova Bus LFS Artic
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 31, 2023, covering about 1,189 vehicles.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V607000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Bus LFS | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Nova Bus LFS Artic | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V-607?
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.
How is recall 23V-607 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.