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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26E019000

Nova Bus Ricon Hidden Window Frame — Visibility: glass, side/rear: critical fasteners

Published April 10, 2026 · Recall initiated: April 9, 2026

Summary

NHTSA records recall 26E019000, published April 10, 2026 and initiated April 9, 2026. Recalling firm: Nova Bus (US) Inc.; Nova Bus Ricon Hidden Window Frame — Visibility: glass, side/rear: critical fasteners.

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What's the hazard

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain Ricon hidden frame windows sold through Prevost Parts and Prevost Service Center. Please refer to Nova Bus' attached document for specific part number information. Inadequate adhesion around the window frame may cause the glass to detach. As such, these windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release.

What to do

Nova will inspect and replace the windows as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is ER26501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 8, 2026.

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Recall details

Brand
NOVA BUS
Model
RICON HIDDEN WINDOW FRAME
Manufacturer
Nova Bus (US) Inc.
Lot
NOVA BUS RICON HIDDEN WINDOW FRAME
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Nova Bus Ricon Hidden Window Frame — Visibility: glass, side/rear: critical fasteners recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 26E019000 on April 10, 2026. Reported hazard: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain Ricon hidden frame windows sold through Prevost Parts and Prevost Service Center. Please refer to Nova Bus' attached document for specific part number information. Inadequate adhesion around the window frame may cause the glass to detach. As such, these windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release.

What should I do if I have this product?

Nova will inspect and replace the windows as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is ER26501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 8, 2026.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NOVA BUS. Model: RICON HIDDEN WINDOW FRAME.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)