2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
Published August 2, 2023 · Recall initiated: August 2, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V540000, published August 2, 2023. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery.
What's the hazard
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
What to do
Nova Bus will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5461.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NOVA BUS
- Model
- LFS
- Manufacturer
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Lot
- 2022 NOVA BUS LFS | 2023 NOVA BUS LFS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | 2023 Nova Bus Lfs — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V540000 on August 2, 2023. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
What should I do if I have this product?
Nova Bus will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5461.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: LFS.