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2020 Nova BUS LFS

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year2114k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2020 Nova BUS LFS by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

21 recall campaigns cover the 2020 Nova BUS LFS

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2020 Nova BUS LFS
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-355Jun 2, 2026Low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is offBrakes5,662Software update
26V-300May 12, 2026Driver's speaker hole door may have been built with the prime glazing manufacturer DOT code mark missingStructure197Part replacement
26V-182Mar 24, 2026Driver's seat belt tension-reliving device may fail to disengage without manual interventionSeat belts416Not stated
25V-696Oct 14, 2025Driver's door windows may have been built with the prime glazing manufacturer DOT code mark missingVisibility and wipers2Part replacement
25V-476Jul 22, 2025Electric power steering system may be missing a check valve, allowing hydraulic pressure to turn the steering wheel without the driver's inputSteering339Repair or modification
24V-647Nov 5, 2024Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts1,570Part replacement
24V-657Sep 9, 2024Auxiliary heater module may allow contaminants to enter the electronic controller, which can cause an electrical shortEquipment208Not stated
24V-564Jul 26, 2024Glazing used on the glass windows may reduce the driver's visibilityVisibility and wipers186Part replacement
24V-559Jul 25, 2024Brake chamber on the rear axle may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in an air leakBrakes166Part replacement
24V-231Mar 27, 2024Engine coolant return hose may fail, leaking coolant and causing an engine shutdownEngine and cooling653Part replacement
23V-763Nov 11, 2023Brackets retaining the Mobile Climate Control HVAC Unit could fail and allow the unit to detach from the busEquipment339Repair or modification
23V-607Aug 31, 202324-volt power cable and grounded mounting fastener that secures the fuse holder may short circuitElectrical system1,189Part replacement
23V-482Jul 12, 2023Transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive powerPowertrain414Repair or modification
23V-350May 17, 2023Driver's seat belt may not retract properlySeat belts166Repair or modification
22V-902Dec 7, 2022These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipmentLighting519Part replacement
22V-845Nov 15, 2022Steering gear box may have an insufficient clamp load, which may allow the mounting plate sub-assembly fasteners to loosen and possibly fall outDo not driveSteering827Part replacement
22V-416Jun 13, 2022Radiator fan's electrical fuse holder may experience excessive corrosion which can result in an electrical shortElectrical system273Not stated
22V-323May 11, 2022Momentary STOP and YIELD text message board is duplicating the stop light and turn signal light signalsEquipment307Not stated
21V-351May 14, 2021Sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leakFuel system644Part replacement
21V-151Mar 9, 2021Center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standardLighting123Not stated
20V-568Sep 21, 2020Certain power steering pipes from the rear engine bay to the front gear box may separate at the connection jointSteering223Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2020 Nova BUS LFS

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    70 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • FT5567 Mar 15, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Battery Unbalanced Light Logic with AGM Battery.
    • FT5550 Mar 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Parker PHD70 display might freeze or not work properly.
    • FT5554 Feb 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Cabin Coolant Level Sensors for the LOW and HIGH levels are swapped.
    • LI5316ER2 Feb 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • BS5543E Feb 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Battery tray structure cracks due to thin sheet metal.
    • BS5468E Dec 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Driver barrier door stanchion hardware loose, missing, or broken.
    • FT5536 Dec 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Battery Tray Structure Cracks. Battery hold downs may slip between batteries.
    • LI5427E Dec 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Improved durability of engine-side heat exchanger hoses.
    • BS5469E Dec 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The belt guard hinge may crack.
    • FT5514 Nov 23, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Upper door shaft nut may get loose.
    • FT5510E Nov 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Lower door shaft nut may get loose.
    • FT5448 Oct 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rework allied motion e-Steering motor. 24V e-steering power supply threads length tolerances might not be respecting to the drawing specifications.
    • BS5447E Oct 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rework allied motion e-Steering motor. 24V e-steering power supply threads length tolerances are not respect to standard.
    • LI5485E Oct 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Introduction of headlight N109645 to replace N71373. The new headlight is interchangeable and offers better protection against water intrusion. It is possible to replace only one headlight if necessary.
    • FT5465 Oct 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Erroneous Fault Codes reporting on the AVM System of Clever Devices.
    • FT5409 Oct 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A bad connection at the ZF transmission connector may cause the transmission to jerk when shifting or show the fault code 188.
    • FT4651 Aug 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Failure of DEF sensor GEN 6 within the expected 5-years lifespan.
    • FT5404E Jul 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      There is a potential restriction of fluid due to an improperly placed clamp which could cause the power steering system to not operate has intended.
    • FT5437 Jun 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The supplier Lift-U recommends the addition of a detection delay to prevent wrong fault code in the AVM.
    • FT5361 Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Coolant pipe assy failing. The adaptor on the Coolant pipe assembly between the engine and circulation pump broke in service at the beginning of the copper thread.
    • BS5356E Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Lexan panels cracking at mounting holes. Need to change the attachment of Lexan panels due to apparent cracks.
    • BS5320ER1 Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire light coming on in the dash, Fire detection system
    • BS5381E Mar 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      P-clamps holding the transmission coolant pipes can break and cause coolant leaks.
    • APS5370E Feb 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Delco-Remy alternator is obsolete. Air cooled ductless (Almott) alternator, power cable and hardware kit to replace the Delco-Remy oil-cooled alternator.
    • FT5321 Jan 11, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The anchor bolt of one of the auxiliary heater high voltage cable retaining collar may come into contact with one of the coolant pipes under certain conditions.
    • BS5322E Jan 11, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The anchor bolt of one of the auxiliary heater high voltage cable retaining collar may come into contact with one of the coolant pipes under certain conditions.
    • FT5145R1 Jan 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to the lack of bonding surface between the two large roof top panels, when thermal expansion and contraction occur these panels separate and leave an opening
    • FT5360 Jan 18, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Reposition Electrical Air Compressor cooling hose to avoid chafing/abrasion.
    • FT5294E Jan 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Secure wiring and add wiring protection to avoid chafing/abrasion of wiring harness of the E-compressor.
    • FT5328 Dec 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Leveling valve N92260 found out of adjustment
    • LI5316ER1 Dec 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • li5316E Nov 30, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crank case vent (CCV) hoses may get damaged over time.
    • BS5320E Nov 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire light coming on in the dash. Addition of a bracket so water won’t drip on temperature sensor.
    • LI5315E Oct 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      On the Thermo King HVAC roof unit, after replacing the actuator N8897109, some customers could see the error code 36.
    • BS5300E Sep 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HVAC deflectors are breaking at the folded attachment points. The brackets broke right at the bending due to a sharp curve
    • FT5298R1 Sep 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Issue with the Fast Idle function
    • BS5283E Jul 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Roof fairing bracket cracking. New improve roof fairing bracket available for service.
    • FT5273 Jun 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bitzer AC compressor electrical failure
    • FT5239 Apr 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Spheros Maintenance Access
    • LI5164E Mar 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MCC Driver's Display Electrical Terminal Failure. Bracket installation to add a strain relief on the MCC display screen wires.
    • LI5170E Feb 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
    • FT5198R1 Feb 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Water Inside Roof Fuse Box
    • BS5165ER1 Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MCC Driver's Display Electrical Terminal Failure.
    • LI5206E Jan 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A faulty coupler could prevent reception of the GPS signal and result in no stop announcements.
    • LI5185E Jan 5, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Cummins has issued a Temporary Repair Practice: TRP2484 â“ ECM Calibration for DEF Header Sensor Failures due to Parts Shortage TRP allowing temporary calibration of the engine ECM in the event of the DEF sensor failure and repeated error codes.
    • FT5218 Dec 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      e-steering fault light on Parker screen
    • BS5146E Sep 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine could crank when fuel door is open
    • BS5067E Sep 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The door interlock gets unexpectedly activated as a result of emergency release valve connector intermittent contacts and the driver is no longer able to move the bus, therefore causing OOS condition & road calls.
    • FT5184 Sep 29, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Vision Camera system connection issues
    • BS5082E Jul 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The tell-tale light for the ''Brake worn out'' is actually non-functionnal.
    • BS4934ER1 Jul 14, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fiber material should be Woven Aramid Fabric, but some parts have knitted Aramid.
    • bs5117 Jun 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The door alarm comes on when the air is released on the main door valve. The alarm does not reset/turn off even when the air is applied again.
    • BS5079E May 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A 12V relay is installed instead of a 24V relay for the alternator ouput status signal
    • BS5083E May 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Missing washers on the cover shade Dash
    • FT5073 May 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Clamps are too small for the elbow of the CAC pipe
    • ft5084 May 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Missing washers on the cover shade Dash
    • ft5090 May 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Kidde fire suppression system tamper seal
    • FT4389R1 Mar 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ITS Box Shelves Loose
    • BS5037E Mar 8, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Quality issue identified by ZF on 20 screws used for rear axle flange shaft connection. The rework shall be done within next scheduled maintenance or service work.
    • FT5044 Mar 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CATA Operator's Complain of Seat Alarm Sensitivity
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.