Recall
Nova Bus Lfs — 23V481000
NHTSA ID
23V481000
Make
Nova Bus
Model
Lfs
Years Affected
2023
Recall Date
2023-07-12
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Units Affected
196
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CR5451
Summary
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS transit buses. During the hose manufacturing, the power steering hose may not have been assembled correctly, which can result in hose fitting detachment and a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
Sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will inspect and replace the power steering hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5451. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-054.