{"vehicle":{"id":"2022_novabus_lfs-artic","year":2022,"make":"NovaBUS","model":"LFS Artic"},"may_apply":true,"as_of":{"us":"2026-10-19","ca":"2026-10-19"},"recalls":[{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"26V355000","date":"2026-06-02","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:LOW PRESSURE WARNING:SWITCH","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 1997-2002, 2005-2024 LFS, 2009-2014, and 2016 - 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. The low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, \"Air Brake Systems.\"","mfr_campaign":"CR5918","units":5662,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/26V355000"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2026137","date":"2026-03-24","manufacturer":null,"component":"Seats And Restraints","summary":"Issue:\nOn 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.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nTo 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.","mfr_campaign":"CR5873","units":528,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Compliance Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2026137"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2025556","date":"2025-10-14","manufacturer":null,"component":"High Voltage","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain electric transit buses, a problem with the auxiliary heater contactor box could cause the high-voltage system to shut down. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA 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.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the auxiliary heater contactor box.","mfr_campaign":"CR5808 / CR8381","units":77,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2025556"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2025513","date":"2025-09-25","manufacturer":null,"component":"Engine","summary":"This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2026-424.\n\nIssue:\nThis recall is for engine coolant level sensors installed on certain transit buses or sold as a replacement part.\n\nOn certain transit buses, the engine coolant level sensor may be defective and could falsely detect a low level of coolant. If this happens, the engine could shut down and cause a loss of power to the wheels.\nNote: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2024-706. Buses that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA 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.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine coolant level sensor.","mfr_campaign":"CR5668/CR8323","units":484,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Superseded","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2025513"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2024706","date":"2024-11-19","manufacturer":null,"component":"Engine","summary":"This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2025-513.\n\nIssue:\nThis recall is for engine coolant level sensors installed on certain transit buses or sold as a replacement part.\n\nOn certain transit buses, the engine coolant level sensor may be defective and could falsely detect a low level of coolant. If this happens, the engine could shut down and cause a loss of power to the wheels.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA 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.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine coolant level sensor.","mfr_campaign":"CR5668/CR8323","units":452,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Superseded","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2024706"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2024647","date":"2024-10-29","manufacturer":null,"component":"Engine","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain transit buses, the engine heat exchanger hose may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, coolant could leak and cause a loss of power to the wheels.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA 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.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to replace the heat exchanger hose.","mfr_campaign":"CR8321","units":36,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2024647"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2024506","date":"2024-09-09","manufacturer":null,"component":"Heater And Defroster","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain transit buses, dirt and moisture could enter the air intake and cause the controller for the auxiliary heater to short circuit. If this happens, the windshield defrost system may not work properly.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA short circuit can create a fire risk. A windshield defroster that doesn't work could cause reduced visibility and increase the risk of a crash.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to repair the auxiliary heater air intake.","mfr_campaign":"CR5637","units":623,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2024506"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"24V657000","date":"2024-09-09","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2019-2024 LFS and 2019-2023 LFS Artic buses.  The auxiliary heater module may allow contaminants to enter the electronic controller, which can cause an electrical short.  Additionally, the auxiliary heater may fail, causing the defrosting system to not function properly.","mfr_campaign":"CR5637","units":208,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":"2019-06-04","built_to":"2023-10-16","url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/24V657000"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2024396","date":"2024-07-08","manufacturer":null,"component":"Visual System","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain transit buses, the windshield wipers may not have been aligned properly and could cause the wiper blades to become damaged. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work properly.\n\nSafety Risk:\nWindshield wipers that don't work properly could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to realign the windshield wipers.","mfr_campaign":"CR5616","units":1207,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2024396"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"24V518000","date":"2024-07-08","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2021-2024 LFS and 2021-2023 LFS Artic buses.  An air leak may occur in the parking brake valve and unintentionally engage the parking brake without activating the brake lights.","mfr_campaign":"CR5615","units":900,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":"2021-12-02","built_to":"2024-03-15","url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/24V518000"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"24V203000","date":"2024-03-17","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LFS Artic and 2021-2023 LFS buses. The alternator power cable nut may not have been tightened properly.","mfr_campaign":"CR5570","units":608,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/24V203000"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2023622","date":"2023-11-21","manufacturer":null,"component":"Structure","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain transit buses, the fastener that attaches the sun visor could loosen. If this happens, the sun visor could detach.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA sun visor that detaches could distract the driver and affect visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.\n\nCorrective Action:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and secure the sun visor.","mfr_campaign":"CR5512","units":442,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2023622"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"23V763000","date":"2023-11-11","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2020-2023 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses.  The brackets retaining the Mobile Climate Control HVAC Unit could fail and allow the unit to detach from the bus.","mfr_campaign":"CR5508","units":339,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/23V763000"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"23V607000","date":"2023-08-31","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2017-2023 LFS and 2017-2022 LFS Artic transit buses.  The 24-volt power cable and grounded mounting fastener that secures the fuse holder may short circuit.","mfr_campaign":"CR5445","units":1189,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/23V607000"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"23V482000","date":"2023-07-12","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2019-2023 LFS and LFS Artic transit buses.  The transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.","mfr_campaign":"CR5442","units":414,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/23V482000"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2023348","date":"2023-06-14","manufacturer":null,"component":"Electrical","summary":"Issue:\nUnder certain conditions, road debris could build up on the fuse holder for the electric cooling fans. If this happens, the fuse holder could short circuit and overheat.\n\nSafety Risk:\nAn overheated fuse holder could create the risk of a fire.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. Nova Bus recommends an inspection for debris accumulation in the fuse holder area and cleaning as required. Also, Nova Bus recommends that you should inspect the fuse holder for heat damage (melting) before driving and to shut off the manual power disconnect switch when the vehicle is parked.","mfr_campaign":null,"units":713,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2023348"},{"source":"tc","country":"ca","campaign":"2022649","date":"2022-11-15","manufacturer":null,"component":"Steering","summary":"Issue:\nOn certain buses, the fasteners securing the steering gearbox mounting plate may loosen and possibly fall out. If this happens, the steering gearbox could move and cause a loss of steering control.\n\nSafety Risk:\nA loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.\n\nCorrective Actions:\nNova Bus advises not to drive affected buses until a corrective measure is performed. Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide new steering gearbox mounting plate fasteners and instructions for how to replace them.","mfr_campaign":"CR5342","units":68,"do_not_drive":null,"park_outside":null,"notification":"Safety Mfr","match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/tc/2022649"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"22V416000","date":"2022-06-13","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2019-2021 LFS and 2019-2022 LFS Artic buses.  The radiator fan's electrical fuse holder may experience excessive corrosion which can result in an electrical short.","mfr_campaign":"CR5259","units":273,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/22V416000"},{"source":"nhtsa","country":"us","campaign":"22V323000","date":"2022-05-11","manufacturer":"Nova Bus (US) Inc.","component":"EQUIPMENT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING","summary":"Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2016-2020 LFS and 2013-2022 LFS Artic buses.  The momentary STOP and YIELD text message board is duplicating the stop light and turn signal light signals.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"","mfr_campaign":"CR5267/68/69","units":307,"do_not_drive":false,"park_outside":false,"notification":null,"match":"exact","models":["LFS ARTIC"],"built_from":null,"built_to":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/recalls/nhtsa/22V323000"}],"lookup":{"nhtsa":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","tc":"https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/menu.aspx?lang=eng","maker":null},"attribution":["Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada."]}