Insufficient number of emergency exits/fmvss 217
Defect Summary
Nova bus (us) inc. (nova bus) is recalling certain 2006-2007 lfs transit buses. The buses may have been built with an incorrect number of emergency exits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release."
Safety Consequence
An insufficient number of emergency exits can prevent or delay passengers from exiting during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nova bus will replace some windows with emergency exit windows, free of charge. This is a phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 1 bus. Nova bus will notify owners on or about 12/12/2025. Phase 2 will include 1 bus. Nova bus will notify owners on or about 2/16/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed december 12, 2025. Owners may contact nova bus customer service at 866-870-2046. Nova bus's number for this recall is cr5691.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nova Bus (us) Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 25V101000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V101000?
NHTSA recall 25V101000 was issued by Nova Bus (us) Inc. on February 17, 2025. It addresses: Insufficient number of emergency exits/fmvss 217. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nova Bus (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V101000 or the manufacturer campaign number CR5772. 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.