2015–2019 Nova Bus Lfs, Nova Bus Lfs Artic: Seats recall
NHTSA campaign 23V714000 · 514 units potentially affected · filed Oct 25, 2023
What's wrong
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2019 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses. The attachment hardware may have been incorrectly installed beneath the rear wheel well passenger seats, allowing the seat to detach from the frame.
Why it matters
A detached passenger seat may inadequately restrain a passenger during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Nova Bus will inspect and replace the attachment hardware as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus number for this recall is CR5500.
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
- 23V714000
- Manufacturer no.
- CR5500
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (us) Inc.
- Component
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 514
- Report received
- Oct 25, 2023
- Owner letters
- Dec 1, 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 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
- Nova Bus Lfs Artic 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019