Parking brake may unintentionally engage
Defect Summary
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2021-2024 lfs and 2021-2023 lfs artic buses. an air leak may occur in the parking brake valve and unintentionally engage the parking brake without activating the brake lights.
Safety Consequence
A bus that stops suddenly without activating brake lights increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nova bus will inspect and tighten the parking brake air line connections, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 24, 2024. owners may contact nova bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. nova bus's number for this recall is cr5615.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 24V518000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V518000?
NHTSA recall 24V518000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on July 8, 2024. It addresses: Parking brake may unintentionally engage. The recall affects approximately 900 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24V518000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR5615. 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.