Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 23V-540 · 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall 23V-540 covers 13 2022–2023 Nova Bus LFS for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V540000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LFS battery electric transit buses. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Nova Bus will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5461.
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.