Engine fault code causes loss of vehicle stability
Defect Summary
Nova bus (nova) is recalling certain 2013-2018 nova lfs artic transit buses. a fault code in the engine may cause the vehicle to operate at zero velocity and lack of dampening reducing vehicle stability.
Safety Consequence
If there is a loss of vehicle stability, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova will notify owners, and dealers will update the hubner acu software, free of charge. the recall began december 6, 2018. owners may contact nova customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova's number for this recall is cr4422.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 18V829000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V829000?
NHTSA recall 18V829000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on November 26, 2018. It addresses: Engine fault code causes loss of vehicle stability. The recall affects approximately 337 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V829000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR4422. 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.