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2021 Nova BUS LFS

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

Recall campaigns covering this model year2315k 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 2021 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

23 recall campaigns cover the 2021 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 2021 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
25V-822Nov 28, 2025Impeller shaft may be loose, causing the cooling pump to failEngine and cooling8Part 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-518Jul 8, 2024Air leak may occur in the parking brake valve and unintentionally engage the parking brake without activating the brake lightsBrakes900Repair or modification
24V-449Jun 17, 2024Welds may fail, allowing the rotary plate to separate from the door operatorLatches and locks7Part replacement
24V-231Mar 27, 2024Engine coolant return hose may fail, leaking coolant and causing an engine shutdownEngine and cooling653Part replacement
24V-203Mar 17, 2024Alternator power cable nut may not have been tightened properlyElectrical system608Repair or modification
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-762Nov 11, 2023Turn signals may intermittently become inoperativeLighting718Repair 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
21V-929Nov 26, 2021Vehicle multiplex software may unexpectedly cause the door system electronic control module (ECM) to open and close the rear passenger door when…Electrical system125Software update
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 2021 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

    102 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.

    • BS5580E Apr 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      One fire suppression system pipe may be installed backwards and interfere with an alternator cable, creating friction that could damage one or both components.
    • 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.
    • BS5495E Feb 9, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HVAC coolant pipe leaks from various solder locations.
    • BS5540E Feb 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      P-clamps holding the transmission coolant pipes can break.
    • BS5543E Feb 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Battery tray structure cracks due to thin sheet metal.
    • FT5534 Jan 31, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The ground of the IVN unit (Intelligent Vehicle Network) could be connected to the wrong place.
    • BS5468E Dec 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Driver barrier door stanchion hardware loose, missing, or broken.
    • BS5511E Dec 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The EGR cooling hose N95062-48 is not rated for the engine compartment temperature. Under certain conditions the EGR cooling hose may crack and cause coolant leak.
    • 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.
    • BS5503E Nov 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The WHA11 harness has a potential chafing issue.
    • 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.
    • FT5455 Sep 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Brass fitting (N79131) leaks found at BL2 and BL4 two-way valve, repairs were performed not per AVT0029.
    • FT5314R1 Jul 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      P-Clamp failure on Transmission cooling pipes. P-Clamp cannot withstand the load of the cooling pipes. Thicker P-clamp as a containment solution.
    • FT5405 Jul 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Power steering lines chaffing the rear shell.
    • 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.
    • FT5385 Mar 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      American seating lower bracket hardware missing. Seating lower bracket hardware is missing due to insufficient torque and sealant.
    • FT5391 Mar 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      American seating lower bracket hardware missing. Seating lower bracket hardware is missing due to insufficient torque and sealant.
    • FT5386 Mar 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Loose fuel tank due to improperly torqued hardware and missing hardware.
    • 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
    • BS5380E Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire light coming on in the dash, Fire detection system.
    • BS5383E Feb 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Heating system cannot reach the required temperature level in cold weather.
    • FT5348 Feb 2, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Wheelchair ramp deploy switch hardware loose.
    • 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.
    • 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
    • FT5194 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Destination sign controllers were failing at a high rate. Water intrusion causing signs to fail cracks on lights
    • 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.
    • FT5329 Dec 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Leveling valve N92260 found out of adjustment with damaged sway bar bushing bracket
    • FT5328 Dec 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Leveling valve N92260 found out of adjustment
    • FT5347 Dec 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bus survey for CAN communication issues
    • FT5291R1 Dec 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Some batteries temperature sensor may have an too high internal resistance and give an erroneous battery temparature reading causing F202 light battery to turn On, on dashboard
    • 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.
    • FT5338 Nov 11, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fire button pin incorrect orientation. Pin orientation not to the spec, found pin at 9 o’clock position.
    • FT5314 Nov 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      P-clamp cannot withstand the load of the cooling pipes. Thicker P-clamp as a containment solution.
    • 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.
    • BS5301E 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
    • 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
    • FT5237R2 Aug 25, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Difficulty in removing the engine air filter housing cover affecting ease of serviceability of the filter.
    • FT5260R1 Aug 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Need to change the attachment of Lexan panels due to apparent cracks observed in production.
    • FT5291 Aug 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Some batteries temperature sensor may have an too high internal resistance and give an erroneous battery temparature reading causing F202 light battery to turn On, on dashboard
    • FT5275 Jun 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Parker Screen Software Update
    • LI5280E Jun 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Transmission
    • FT5272 Jun 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Driver seat belt routing improvement
    • FT5273 Jun 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bitzer AC compressor electrical failure
    • FT5190R1 May 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Coolant leaks at supplier fittings
    • FT5271R1 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Loose drivers stanchion
    • FT5271 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Loose drivers stanchion
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.