NHTSA Recall 21V151000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and tail lights (exterior lighting)
Nova Bus reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 123 vehicles. It affects 2008–2021 Nova Bus Lfs.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V151000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | March 9, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 LFS Buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2021. 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 21V151000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus Lfs | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.