Nova Bus Recalls LFS Models Due to Coolant Sensor Defect
Nova Bus is recalling 2022-2024 LFS and LFS Artic buses because a faulty coolant sensor may cause unexpected engine shutdowns, increasing crash risk.
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 (coolant sensor causing engine shutdown) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Nova Bus (US) Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2024 LFS and 2023-2024 LFS Artic buses. The recall addresses a defect in the coolant sensor, which could send a false signal to the engine control system.
This malfunction may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly. An unexpected engine shutdown while driving can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, the need to transfer passengers from a disabled bus can increase the risk of injury.
Nova Bus will inspect and replace the coolant sensor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. This recall supersedes Recall 24V873, and vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need the new repair completed.
The recalled product
- Product
- NOVA BUS LFS, LFS ARTIC
- Brand
- NOVA BUS
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Bus
- Affected units
- 928
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 (2)
- LFS
- LFS ARTIC
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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