How many recalls does the 2025 Nova Bus LFS have?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2025 Nova Bus LFS as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Nova Bus will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2025 Nova Bus LFS is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2025 Nova Bus LFS.

Are recall repairs on a 2025 Nova Bus LFS free?

Usually. Federal law requires Nova Bus to remedy recalls on the 2025 LFS free of charge at an authorized Nova Bus dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2025 Nova Bus LFS affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2025 Nova Bus LFS, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Nova Bus LFS?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2025 Nova Bus LFS.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2025 Nova Bus LFS Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2025 Nova Bus LFS has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Nova Bus dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Nova Bus LFS. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR

NHTSA #26V604000

Reported September 22, 2026 · Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Potentially affected: 5 vehicles

Defect description

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The emergency brake valve may have been improperly tightened. A loose connection may cause an air leak and the unintentional activation of the parking brake.

Safety consequence

The bus may suddenly slow or stop without the brake lights turning on, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Nova Bus will inspect and properly tighten the air line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5494.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU)

NHTSA #26V275000

Reported April 30, 2026 · Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Potentially affected: 50 vehicles

Defect description

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2025 LFS transit buses. The telemetry control unit installed in parallel with the vehicle monitoring system may cause a data overload.

Safety consequence

An overloaded control unit may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Nova Bus will modify the connection configuration and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5882. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 29, 2026.

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #26V206000

Reported March 31, 2026 · Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Potentially affected: 13 vehicles

Defect description

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2025 LFS and 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. Inadequate adhesion around the window frame may cause the glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Safety consequence

The glass can fall out of the frame, increasing the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. Detached window glass can also become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Nova Bus will inspect and replace the glass as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5877. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 25, 2026.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

NHTSA #25V822000

Reported November 28, 2025 · Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Potentially affected: 8 vehicles

Defect description

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The impeller shaft may be loose, causing the cooling pump to fail.

Safety consequence

A cooling pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Nova Bus will inspect and replace the pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026.Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5803. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 27, 2026.

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

NHTSA #25V773000

Reported November 10, 2025 · Nova Bus (US) Inc.

Potentially affected: 5 vehicles

Defect description

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The driver's seat belt may be pinched by the partition, preventing seat belt from retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Safety consequence

A loose seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Nova Bus will adjust the seat base plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5818. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 9, 2026.

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Check your 2025 Nova Bus LFS VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Nova Bus LFS at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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