Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsRecall 23V-481 · 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall 23V-481 covers 196 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS for a hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections problem, reported to NHTSA on July 12, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V481000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.