Nova Bus recall: 2024–2025 LFS – parking brake
Nova Bus (US) Inc. is recalling 2024–2025 Nova Bus LFS because of a crash risk – 5 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on September 22, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Lower risk A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.
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| Product | 2024–2025 Nova Bus LFS |
| Brand | Nova Bus |
| Company | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | September 22, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | September 22, 2026 |
| Quantity | 5 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V604000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Bus | LFS | 2024–2025 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V604000
- Manufacturer recall number
- CR5494
- Component
- PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
- Built
- ? to 2025-02-14
- Recalled part
- Parking Brake Valve · Parking Brake Valve · N55953
- Owners notified
- 2026-10-01
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: a crash risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The emergency brake valve may have been improperly tightened. A loose connection may cause an air leak and the unintentional activation of the parking brake.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “The bus may suddenly slow or stop without the brake lights turning on, increasing the risk of a crash.”
What to do
NHTSA: “Nova Bus will inspect and properly tighten the air line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5494.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V604000.
Other Nova Bus recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 |  Nova Bus recall: 2022–2023 LFS – equipmentVehicles · 18 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Nova Bus recall: 2022–2024 LFS and 1 more – engine and engine coolingVehicles · 928 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | Lippert recall: Seating Power Cord – electrical systemVehicles · 4,435 units (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Equipment |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Grand Design recall: 2026–2027 Imagine – equipmentVehicles · 148 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Genesis recall: 2017–2020 G80 and 1 more – seatsVehicles · 94,622 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Honda recall: 2023–2026 Accord Hybrid and 2 more – tiresVehicles · 4,804 vehicles (potentially affected) | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Tiffin recall: 2022–2025 Allegro Bus and 1 more – fuel systemVehicles · 177 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Toyota recall: 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – engine and engine coolingVehicles · 30,978 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Nova Bus 2024–2025 Nova Bus LFS recalled?
Yes. Nova Bus (US) Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on September 22, 2026; NHTSA published it September 22, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a crash risk. Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The emergency brake valve may have been improperly tightened. A loose connection may cause an air leak and the unintentional activation of the parking brake.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Nova Bus will inspect and properly tighten the air line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5494.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.