NOVA BUS 2013 NOVA BUS LFS Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 NOVA BUS LFS
Brand
NOVA BUS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Nova Bus (US) Inc. is recalling certain 2013 NOVA BUS LFS vehicles due to structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit issues. In an emergency, the incorrect placement of the window exit release and label instructions or the insufficient window opening may prevent or delay the.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2014 LFS and 2012-2013 LFS Artic transit buses. The emergency exit window release and label may have been installed in the incorrect location. In addition, the emergency exit window opening may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In an emergency, the incorrect placement of the window exit release and label instructions or the insufficient window opening may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Nova Bus will either remove the emergency exit window feature, and/or relocate the release mechanism, label, and chime cord stop-request system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5415.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026