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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 23V291000

2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: thermal management: fluid/coolant

Published April 24, 2023 · Recall initiated: April 24, 2023

Summary

NHTSA records recall 23V291000, published April 24, 2023. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; 2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: thermal management: fluid/coolant.

What's the hazard

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.

What to do

Nova Bus will work with Akasol, the battery pack manufacturer to inspect the battery packs, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5406.

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Recall details

Brand
NOVA BUS
Model
LFS
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Lot
2023 NOVA BUS LFS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: thermal management: fluid/coolant recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V291000 on April 24, 2023. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.

What should I do if I have this product?

Nova Bus will work with Akasol, the battery pack manufacturer to inspect the battery packs, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5406.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: LFS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)