NHTSA Recall 23V481000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
Nova Bus (US) Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 196 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Nova Bus Lfs.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V481000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CR5451 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | July 12, 2023 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS transit buses. During the hose manufacturing, the power steering hose may not have been assembled correctly, which can result in hose fitting detachment and a loss of power steering assist.
Safety risk
Sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nova Bus will inspect and replace the power steering hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5451. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-054.
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 23V481000
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.