Vehicle recall 26V712000 · October 27, 2026
Nova Bus LFS and LFS Artic
The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall.
Source: NHTSA data as of November 1, 2026. Last refreshed Nov 1, 2026, 6:04 PM UTC.
- Summary
- Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2024 LFS and 2023 LFS Artic transit buses. The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Nova Bus will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 26, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5969.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V712000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 27, 2026
- Filed by
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- CR5969
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 453
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Nova Bus LFS (2022-2024): 2024, 2023, 2022
- Nova Bus LFS Artic (2023): 2023
Has your Nova Bus been repaired?
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