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NHTSA Recall 24V231000: Hoses/lines/piping/fittings (engine and engine cooling)

Nova Bus (US) Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 653 vehicles. It affects 2020–2024 Nova Bus Lfs.

653
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (July 3)
NHTSA campaign24V231000
Manufacturer campaignCR5577
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Report receivedMarch 27, 2024
Owner notificationJuly 3, 2024
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2020-2024 LFS vehicles. The engine coolant return hose may fail, leaking coolant and causing an engine shutdown.

Safety risk

An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, transferring passengers from the disabled bus can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Nova Bus will replace the engine coolant return hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 03, 2024. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus number for this recall is CR5577.

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 24V231000

Make and modelModel years
Nova Bus Lfs2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

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.