2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V291000 · 7 units potentially affected · filed Apr 24, 2023
What's wrong
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.
Why it matters
A battery short circuit may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Nova Bus will work with Akasol, the battery pack manufacturer to inspect the battery packs, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5406.
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
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V291000
- Manufacturer no.
- CR5406
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (us) Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Units affected
- 7
- Report received
- Apr 24, 2023
- Owner letters
- May 23, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Nova Bus Lfs 2022, 2023