NHTSA Recall 15V735000: Door (structure)
Nova Bus reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 304 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Nova Bus Lfs.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V735000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CR3492 and CR3493 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | November 5, 2015 |
| Owner notification | November 23, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS and 2013-2015 LFS Artic transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optical sensor for the passenger counter system whose location may result in a passenger's arm being pinched between the passenger counter housing and the door.
Safety risk
A passenger could be injured if their arm is caught in the door.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective cover over the passenger counter system and add a warning label, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's numbers for this recall are CR3492 and CR3493.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V735000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus Lfs | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Nova Bus Lfs Artic | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Nova Bus Nova Lfs | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.