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2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs: Steering recall

NHTSA campaign 23V481000 · 196 units potentially affected · filed Jul 12, 2023

What's wrong

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS transit buses. During the hose manufacturing, the power steering hose may not have been assembled correctly, which can result in hose fitting detachment and a loss of power steering assist.

Why it matters

Sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nova Bus will inspect and replace the power steering hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5451. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-054.

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
23V481000
Manufacturer no.
CR5451
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (us) Inc.
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Units affected
196
Report received
Jul 12, 2023
Owner letters
Aug 10, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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