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NHTSA Recall 20V354000: Hinge and attachments (structure) and software (electrical system)

Nova Bus reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 55 vehicles. It affects 2016–2019 Nova Bus Lfs.

55
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (July 9)
NHTSA campaign20V354000
Manufacturer campaignCR4916E
ComponentsSTRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE
Report receivedJune 15, 2020
Owner notificationJuly 9, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2016-2019 LFS buses. The safety mechanism that automatically re-opens the pneumatic rear passenger door in case of an obstruction may be inactive under certain conditions, allowing the doors to continue to close.

Safety risk

The rear doors may continue to close while an occupant is in the doorway, increasing the risk of an injury.

Remedy

Nova will notify owners and will update the software for the safety mechanism, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2020. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.

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 20V354000

Make and modelModel years
Nova Bus Lfs2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

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.