Nova Bus Lfs recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 30, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nova Bus (US) Inc. recalls 2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs

Recall number

24V727000

Brand / firm

Nova Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 40 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS buses. A software error may cause the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) to crash, disconnecting the high voltage batteries and causing a loss of drive power.

What to do

Nova Bus will validate and update the VCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2024. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5643.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.