No complaints are listed for the 2011 Nova BUS LFS. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as NOVA BUS LFS.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2026-06-02. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Defect: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 1997-2002, 2005-2024 LFS, 2009-2014, and 2016 - 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. The low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems." (excerpt)
Consequence: A low brake air pressure warning light that fails to illuminate when the engine is off will not alert the driver to a low brake pressure condition, increasing the risk of a crash if the parking brake is disengaged before starting the engine. (excerpt)
Remedy: Nova Bus will update the firmware, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed by July 17, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5918. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-12-07. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova) is recalling certain 2010-2021 LFS and 2009-2012 LFS Artic transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with non-standard color auxiliary lights which may impair the effectiveness of the standard lighting equipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Eq (excerpt)
Consequence: The colorful lighting may cause confusion by distracting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will remove the non-standard color lights, or replace them with white lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2023. Owners may contact Nova's customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR5350/5351. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-03-09. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2008-2021 LFS Buses. The center-line height of the brake lights and tail lights is too high, exceeding the maximum height standard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Reduced visibility of the brake and tail lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nova will notify owners, and provide instructions for interchanging the positions of the brake light and tail light components with the turn signal light components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2021. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-04-05. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain 2011-2019 LFS city buses. The engine door fan electrical connector may not be able to handle the required current and may overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2019. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova's number for this recall is CR4595.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2016-04-05. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: Nova Bus (Nova) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Nova LFS transit buses manufactured from August 10, 2010, through November 5, 2015. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.
Consequence: If the seat belt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Nova will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats for missing welds. If missing welds are found, the seats will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's recall number for this campaign is CR3632.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
154 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 44 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 35 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 31 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 28 |
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| ENGINE | 18 |
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| STRUCTURE | 10 |
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| STEERING | 8 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 6 |
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10235130
Date: 2023-04-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
DEF GEN4 tank, tank head and sensor will no longer be available in service
10208494
Date: 2022-02-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
New lower shock mount available with an adapter plate better suited for the front and rear axle.
10189649
Date: 2021-03-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
ITS Box Shelves Loose
10188146
Date: 2021-02-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, EQUIPMENT.
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
10188182
Date: 2021-02-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Engine compartment junction block scheduled maintenance. This document is an addendum to Nova Bus Maintenance Manual section 19-401, outlining the need to monitor the condition of junction blocks and correct when required.
10188161
Date: 2021-02-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Information about the engine coolant. Coolant types should not be mixed in the engine.
10186511
Date: 2021-01-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Recommendations on the disinfection of vehicles as well as products and precautions to be taken.
10182144
Date: 2020-10-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
Auxiliary heater Thermo 300 is discontinued. The Thermo Plus unit will replace the current unit only if the whole unit needs to be replaced. There is no need to retrofit any buses with the new Thermo Plus units. Replacement parts are available for the current Thermo/Thermo-S units already installed.
10180584
Date: 2020-09-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Vertical beam might crack above front door, second post capping. Weld stiffening plates.
10176877
Date: 2020-06-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, STEERING.
Introduction of a new steering gearbox without the lubrication zerk.