Exhaust pipe leak may result in fire
Defect Summary
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain model year 2007 lfs transit buses manufactured january 1, 2007, to december 31, 2007. in the affected vehicles, the band clamp on the flex pipe between the turbocharger and the diesel particulate filter may be incorrectly located allowing the exhaust pipe to leak hot exhaust gases onto nearby components.
Safety Consequence
If the components are exposed to hot exhaust gases, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Nova notified owners, and dealers correctly positioned the clamps on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact nova customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova's number for this recall is cr1261.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 15V073000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V073000?
NHTSA recall 15V073000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on February 9, 2015. It addresses: Exhaust pipe leak may result in fire. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V073000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR1261. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.