Loose or missing steering gear box fasteners
Defect Summary
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2018-2022 lfs and 2018-2021 lfs artic buses equipped with a bosch steering gear box. the steering gear box may have an insufficient clamp load, which may allow the mounting plate sub-assembly fasteners to loosen and possibly fall out.
Safety Consequence
Missing fasteners may cause a of a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. nova bus will inspect and tighten the fasteners as an interim remedy. the permanent remedy, consisting of replacing and tightening new fasteners to increase the clamp load, is expected to be available november 30, 2022, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2022. owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova bus's number for this recall is cr5342.
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Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 22V845000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V845000?
NHTSA recall 22V845000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on November 15, 2022. It addresses: Loose or missing steering gear box fasteners. The recall affects approximately 827 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V845000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR5342. 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.