Seats: critical fastenersRecall 23V-714 · Nova Bus vehicles
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall 23V-714 covers 514 Nova Bus vehicles for a seats: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on October 25, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 23V714000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2015-2019 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses. The attachment hardware may have been incorrectly installed beneath the rear wheel well passenger seats, allowing the seat to detach from the frame.
The risk
A detached passenger seat may inadequately restrain a passenger during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Nova Bus will inspect and replace the attachment hardware as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus number for this recall is CR5500.
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.