NHTSA Recall 23V291000: Fluid/coolant (electrical system)
Nova Bus (US) Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V291000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CR5406 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY › THERMAL MANAGEMENT › FLUID/COOLANT |
| Report received | April 24, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 23, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.
Safety risk
A battery short circuit may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Nova Bus will work with Akasol, the battery pack manufacturer to inspect the battery packs, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5406.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V291000
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.