Nova Bus Lfs Artic recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 5, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nova Bus (US) Inc. recalls 2010–2024 Nova Bus Lfs Artic, Lfs

Recall number

24V647000

Brand / firm

Nova Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,570 units

Why it was recalled

A seat belt that does not retract properly may result in a loose seat belt, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What was recalled

Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2010-2020 LFS Artic and 2012-2024 LFS vehicles. The driver's seat belt may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

What to do

Nova Bus will install additional seat stoppers to the driver's rear partition, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 4, 2025. Nova's number for this recall is CR5635. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-350. Vehicles that were previously recalled under 23V-350 will need to have the new remedy completed.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.