NHTSA recall 26V604000 · Sep 22, 2026
Nova Bus (US) Inc.: Parking Brake May Unintentionally Activate
Product
2024-2025 LFS transit buses
Hazard
The bus may suddenly slow or stop without the brake lights turning on, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
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- 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.
- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 5
- Manufacturer campaign number
- CR5494
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 12:58 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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