2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 25V184000 · 24 units potentially affected · filed Apr 3, 2025
What's wrong
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Nova Bus LFS transit buses. The high voltage batteries may have loose hardware that can fall inside the battery pack and create a short circuit.
Why it matters
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Nova Bus will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5687.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V184000
- Manufacturer no.
- CR5687
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (us) Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Units affected
- 24
- Report received
- Apr 3, 2025
- Owner letters
- Jun 5, 2025
- 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