Nova Bus Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses
— Recall Campaign #23V540000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 13 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V540000
| Manufacturer: | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 02, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V540000 |
| Units affected: | 13 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.