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NHTSA Recall 24V203000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)

Nova Bus (US) Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 608 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nova Bus Lfs.

608
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2024
owners notified (April 10)
NHTSA campaign24V203000
Manufacturer campaignCR5570
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Report receivedMarch 17, 2024
Owner notificationApril 10, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LFS Artic and 2021-2023 LFS buses. The alternator power cable nut may not have been tightened properly.

Safety risk

A loose nut can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Nova will inspect and tighten the power cable nut as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5570.

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 24V203000

Make and modelModel years
Nova Bus Lfs2021, 2022, 2023
Nova Bus Lfs Artic2021, 2022

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.