Thermal management: fluid/coolantRecall 23V-291 · 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall 23V-291 covers 7 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS for a thermal management: fluid/coolant problem, reported to NHTSA on April 24, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V291000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A battery short circuit may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.