Steering: electric power assist systemRecall 25V-476 · 2020–2023 Nova Bus LFS
Nova Bus (US) Inc. recall 25V-476 covers 339 2020–2023 Nova Bus LFS for a steering: electric power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on July 22, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V476000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2020-2023 LFS transit buses. The electric power steering system may be missing a check valve, allowing hydraulic pressure to turn the steering wheel without the driver's input.
The risk
A steering wheel that turns unintentionally increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Nova Bus will install a check valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5746.
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
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 11, 2020 to August 28, 2023. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.