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2025 Nova Bus LFS recalls

Every recall Transport Canada has on file, back to 1975, in plain English. Recall repairs are always free at a manufacturer dealer, however old the vehicle is.

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Recalls on record for a 2025 Nova Bus LFS

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17 still current, 1 replaced by a later campaign.

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17 current recalls

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026228 · manufacturer campaign CR5884

12 May 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2013–2019, 2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the plastic glazing panel on the interior door separating the driver from the passengers may not have the required marking. As a result, the missing information could lead you to install the wrong panel. Canadian regulations require a marking to identify the type of glazing panel used.

Why it matters

An incorrect panel could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the plastic glazing panel with one that has the correct markings.

1,284 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026152 · manufacturer campaign CR5877 / CR8418

31 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2024–2025

What is wrong

On certain buses, the passenger window(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the glass could loosen and detach from the window frame(s).

Why it matters

A glass panel that detaches from the bus could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loose glass panel could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the windows(s).

472 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2026137 · manufacturer campaign CR5873

24 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2018–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the driver's seat belt tension-relieving device may not have been installed properly. As a result, the seat belt may not work properly in a crash, and the buses may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.

Why it matters

A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Nova Bus recommends not to use the seat belt tension-relieving device until the recall repairs have been completed. Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to remove the seat belt tension-relieving device.

528 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2026135 · manufacturer campaign CR5876

24 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the pivot shaft for the driver protection barrier may not have been adjusted properly. As a result, the barrier door could detach and fall.

Why it matters

A protection barrier door that falls could create the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to adjust the upper pivot shaft for the driver protection barrier.

131 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2026107 · manufacturer campaign CR5803 / CR8380

10 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2022–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the recall repairs completed during Transport Canada recall no. 2025-539 may not be effective. As a result, a second inspection and/or repair is required. This recall is for coolant pumps installed on certain transit buses or sold as a replacement part. On certain transit buses, the cooling pumps for the electrical and/or mechanical cooling packages could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-539.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A bus that is disabled could result in a transfer of passengers in an uncontrolled environment, which may create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the cooling pump(s).

437 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026068 · manufacturer campaign CR5863

17 February 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the fasteners for the driver protection barrier may not have been tightened properly and could loosen. If this happens, the barrier could detach and fall.

Why it matters

A protection barrier door that falls could create the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to secure the fasteners properly.

75 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026006 · manufacturer campaign CR5851/CR8399

13 January 2026

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2017–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the emergency exit window latch could fail. As a result, the emergency exit window could open during a crash or be difficult to open in an emergency.

Why it matters

An emergency exit window that opens in a crash could increase the risk of injury. An emergency exit that's difficult to open could slow your exit from the bus in an emergency and increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to repair the emergency exit window latch.

323 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2025699 · manufacturer campaign CR5848

18 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2025

What is wrong

On certain electric transit buses, a software problem could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A bus that is disabled could result in a transfer of passengers in an uncontrolled environment, which may create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to update the vehicle software.

16 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2025671 · manufacturer campaign CR5845

5 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the upper bracket that supports the glass panel on the interior door separating the driver from the passengers could fail. If this happens, the glass panel could fall into the passenger area.

Why it matters

Glass that falls into the passenger area could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the upper bracket for the glass panel.

62 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2025632 · manufacturer campaign CR5824

17 November 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2025

What is wrong

This recall is for plastic diesel fuel tanks on certain transit buses or sold as a replacement part. On certain transit buses, the plastic diesel tank may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the tank could crack and leak diesel fuel.

Why it matters

A diesel fuel leak could create a hazard for others by making the road slippery. This could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the diesel fuel tank.

140 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2025555 · manufacturer campaign CR5805

14 October 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2023–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the circular window glass on the interior door separating the driver from the passengers may not have the required marking. As a result, the missing information could lead you to install the wrong type of glass. Canadian regulations require a marking to identify the type of glass used.

Why it matters

An incorrect window glass could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the glass panel with one that has the correct markings.

58 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2025540 · manufacturer campaign CR5804

9 October 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2022–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the O-ring for the fuel management module could fail and cause a compressed natural gas (CNG) leak. If this happens, the gas detection alarm could cause the engine to shut down. Note: This recall only affects buses equipped with a CNG engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A bus that is disabled could result in a transfer of passengers in an uncontrolled environment, which may create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the O-ring in the fuel management module.

395 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2025384 · manufacturer campaign CR5746/CR8363

22 July 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2020–2025

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, the electric power steering motor could shut down. As a result, pressure from the power steering pump could return and cause the steering wheel to move suddenly. Note: This recall only affects buses equipped with an electric power steering system.

Why it matters

A steering wheel that moves suddenly could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to install a check valve at the power steering pump inlet.

630 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2025347 · manufacturer campaign CR5738/CR8359

23 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2023–2025

What is wrong

On certain LFS electric buses, a software problem could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to update the electric motor software.

23 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2025341 · manufacturer campaign CR5636/CR8314

17 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2023–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster not to work. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the bus, including the speedometer, certain warning lights and malfunction tell-tales. This problem could also cause a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2024-500. Buses that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a speedometer, warnings lights and tell-tales that don't work properly could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to update the instrument cluster software.

219 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2025304 · manufacturer campaign CR5732 / CR8357

3 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2020–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, a software problem could cause a turn signal indicator light to stay on instead of flashing when a turn signal is used. As a result, the buses may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.

Why it matters

A turn signal indicator that doesn't work properly could create confusion and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, update the digital display software.

182 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance TC

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2025287 · manufacturer campaign CR5728

27 May 2025

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2024–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, a software problem could cause a turn signal indicator to turn on even if the turn signals aren't being used. As a result, the buses may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.

Why it matters

A turn signal indicator that doesn't work properly could create confusion and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, update the speedometer software.

178 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Replaced by later campaigns

Transport Canada superseded these. They are here for completeness — the replacement above is the one that matters.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2025539 · manufacturer campaign CR5803 / CR8380

9 October 2025

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: LFS 2022–2025

What is wrong

On certain transit buses, the cooling pumps for the electrical and/or mechanical cooling packages could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A bus that is disabled could result in a transfer of passengers in an uncontrolled environment, which may create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the cooling pump(s).

269 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSuperseded

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 30 July 2026. 17,913 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.