The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24V231000·Announced 2024-03-27

Nova Bus LFS vehicles recalled due to engine coolant return hose failure

Nova Bus is recalling certain 2020-2024 LFS vehicles because the engine coolant return hose may fail, leading to engine shutdowns and increased crash risks.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine coolant hose failure) that can cause an unexpected engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Nova Bus (US) Inc. is recalling specific 2020-2024 Nova Bus LFS vehicles. The recall is being issued because the engine coolant return hose may fail, which can cause coolant to leak and lead to an unexpected engine shutdown.

An unexpected engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the process of transferring passengers from a disabled bus may increase the risk of injury.

Nova Bus will replace the engine coolant return hose free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 03, 2024. Owners can contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
NOVA BUS LFS
Brand
NOVA BUS
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
653

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • LFS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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