CarRecallWatchThe 2024 Nova Bus LFS has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2024 Nova Bus LFS recalls
Fuel Hose May Separate, Causing Leak and Fire Risk
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic transit buses from 2022 through 2024 have remote fuel filter hoses that may separate from the fitting.
Loose Air Line Can Cause Unexpected Bus Braking
A loose connection at the emergency brake valve on certain transit buses may allow air to leak.
Bus Coolant Sensor May Falsely Shut Off Engine
A coolant sensor in certain transit buses can send a false signal, causing the engine to shut down unexpectedly while the bus is operating.
Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off
Certain Nova Bus LFS transit buses may have a low brake air pressure warning light that fails to illuminate when the engine is off.
Bus Control Unit May Shut Down, Causing Loss of Drive Power
A telemetry control unit installed alongside the vehicle monitoring system can receive more data than it can handle.
Loose Impeller Can Cause Cooling Pump Failure and Power Loss
Certain transit buses may have a loose impeller shaft in the engine cooling pump.
Driver's seat belt may not retract or restrain properly
The driver's seat belt on certain transit buses may be pinched by the partition, which can keep the belt from retracting properly.
Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Restrain Riders in a Crash
Some 2022-2024 Nova Bus LFS buses may have had their wheelchair securement system installed with the attachment points in the wrong locations.
Coolant Sensor May Falsely Signal Engine Shutdown
A coolant sensor in certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses can send a false signal, which may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly while the bus is in operation.
Driver's seat belt may not retract, raising injury risk
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses from model years 2010 through 2020 (LFS Artic) and 2012 through 2024 (LFS) have a driver's front seat belt that may not retract properly.
Bus Heater Can Short Out, Fire Risk; Windshield Defrost May Fail
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses may have an auxiliary heater module that allows contaminants to enter the electronic controller.
Bus Dash May Hide Speed and Warnings, Risking Crashes
Certain 2023 and 2024 Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses have defective instrument panel firmware.
Air leak can engage parking brake without brake lights
Certain Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic buses from model years 2021 through 2024 may develop an air leak in the parking brake valve.
Coolant hose can leak and stall bus engine
The engine coolant return hose on these buses may fail, causing a coolant leak.
2024 Nova Bus LFS questions
Does the 2024 Nova Bus LFS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2024 Nova Bus LFS: Fuel Hose May Separate, Causing Leak and Fire Risk; Loose Air Line Can Cause Unexpected Bus Braking; Bus Coolant Sensor May Falsely Shut Off Engine; Low air brake warning light may not illuminate when engine is off; Bus Control Unit May Shut Down, Causing Loss of Drive Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2024 Nova Bus LFS has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.