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Nova Bus LFS Recall 25V476: Steering wheel may turn unintentionally, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 25V476, reported July 22, 2025, 339 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The electric power steering system on certain 2020-2023 transit buses may be missing a check valve. Without it, hydraulic pressure can turn the steering wheel even when the driver is not steering.

An unintended steering wheel movement increases the risk of a crash and injury to the driver, passengers, and others on the road.

The repair is free. Nova Bus will install a check valve at no charge. Owners who received notification letters mailed September 11, 2025 can contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 and reference recall CR5746. Owners can also check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V476Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Problem
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2020-2023 LFS transit buses. The electric power steering system may be missing a check valve, allowing hydraulic pressure to turn the steering wheel without the driver's input.
Risk
A steering wheel that turns unintentionally increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Nova Bus will install a check valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5746.

Affected vehicles

Nova Bus LFS2020202120222023