NOVA BUS (US) INC.
NHTSA safety record for NOVA BUS (US) INC. (UNITED STATES (USA)). Recalls, investigations, manufacturer communications, and the carriers running affected vehicles.
NOVA BUS (US) INC. is a vehicle manufacturer headquartered in UNITED STATES (USA) that builds trucks, tractors, or other heavy-duty vehicles for the North American market. NHTSA records 34 recall campaigns issued by the manufacturer — typical recall volume for an established mid-tier truck maker. Use this page to verify whether a specific NOVA BUS (US) INC. truck is affected by a recall, audit the manufacturer's safety record before a fleet purchase, or research components most often implicated in defect campaigns.
Recall issued in the last 30 days
NOVA BUS (US) INC. issued recall campaign 26V573000 on Sep 3, 2026 for the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING system. Owners affected by recent campaigns will receive a mailed notice from the manufacturer; in the meantime, check the recall list below or look up your VIN on NHTSA's recall search.
Recalls
34
Open Investigations
0
Communications
0
Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
- Manufacturer ID:
- 20942
- Name:
- NOVA BUS (US) INC.
- Country:
- UNITED STATES (USA)
- Type:
- Bus
- Also known as:
- Nova Bus
Recall timeline (last 24 months)
Recalls issued by NOVA BUS (US) INC. each month, with the sum of affected vehicles per month.
2024-09
1
2024-11
2
2024-12
1
2025-02
2
2025-04
3
2025-06
1
2025-07
1
2025-08
1
2025-10
1
2025-11
2
2025-12
1
2026-02
1
2026-03
2
2026-04
2
2026-05
1
2026-06
1
2026-09
2
Counts are NHTSA recall campaigns reported in each month. Affected = sum of NOVA BUS (US) INC. vehicles named in those campaigns.
Top defect components
Most-cited components across NOVA BUS (US) INC.'s NHTSA recall history.
| Rank | Component | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 |
| 2 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 3 | VISIBILITY | 5 |
| 4 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 4 |
| 5 | SEAT BELTS | 3 |
| 6 | STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 7 | EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 8 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| 9 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| 10 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
Recent Recalls
Most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for this manufacturer.
| Campaign | Component | Reported | Makes | Years | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V573000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Sep 3, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2024 | 928 |
| 26E062000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Sep 3, 2026 | NOVA BUS (US) INC. | — | 591 |
| 26V355000 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | Jun 2, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 1997–2024 | 5,662 |
| 26V300000 | STRUCTURE | May 12, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2019–2023 | 197 |
| 26V275000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Apr 30, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2023 | 40 |
| 26E019000 | VISIBILITY | Apr 9, 2026 | NOVA BUS (US) INC. | — | 61 |
| 26V206000 | VISIBILITY | Mar 31, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2024–2025 | 13 |
| 26V182000 | SEAT BELTS | Mar 24, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2016–2023 | 416 |
| 26V077000 | SEATS | Feb 10, 2026 | NOVA BUS | 2013–2020 | 478 |
| 25E083000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Dec 5, 2025 | NOVA BUS (US) INC. | — | 25 |
| 25V822000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Nov 28, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2021–2025 | 8 |
| 25V773000 | SEAT BELTS | Nov 10, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2024–2025 | 5 |
| 25V696000 | VISIBILITY | Oct 14, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2019–2020 | 2 |
| 25V553000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Aug 26, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2013 | 24 |
| 25V476000 | STEERING | Jul 22, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2020–2023 | 339 |
| 25V368000 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Jun 11, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2023 | 45 |
| 25E027000 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | Apr 14, 2025 | NOVA BUS (US) INC. | — | 2,090 |
| 25V213000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Apr 7, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2023 | 45 |
| 25V184000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Apr 3, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2023 | 24 |
| 25E012000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Feb 19, 2025 | NOVA BUS (US) INC. | — | 223 |
| 25V101000 | STRUCTURE | Feb 17, 2025 | NOVA BUS | 2005–2008 | 2 |
| 24V907000 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | Dec 3, 2024 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2024 | 24 |
| 24V873000 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | Nov 19, 2024 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2024 | 758 |
| 24V647000 | SEAT BELTS | Nov 5, 2024 | NOVA BUS | 2010–2024 | 1,570 |
| 24V727000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Sep 30, 2024 | NOVA BUS | 2022–2023 | 40 |
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Recent Investigations
Most recent NHTSA defect investigations for this manufacturer.
No NHTSA investigations on record for NOVA BUS (US) INC..
Manufacturer Communications
Technical Service Bulletins and other manufacturer-issued notices.
No NHTSA manufacturer communications on record for NOVA BUS (US) INC..
Peer manufacturers
Other vehicle manufacturers with similar recall counts — useful side-by-side context.
How to check your NOVA BUS (US) INC. truck for known defects
- Find your VIN. Locate the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number on the driver-side door jamb sticker, the lower corner of the windshield on the dash, or the title/registration paperwork. Every NOVA BUS (US) INC. truck has a VIN — older units may have it stamped on the frame rail.
- Check it on TruckCodex at /vin/{your-VIN}/. Paste the VIN into TruckCodex's vehicle lookup. The page returns model year, build plant, every recall campaign that names the VIN's make/model/year window, and any inspection or registration history we have on file.
- Cross-reference NHTSA's official recall search. Run the same VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the federal authoritative answer. NHTSA's database updates within 24 hours of a manufacturer filing — TruckCodex mirrors it daily, but the federal lookup is the legal record.
- Contact your dealer or NOVA BUS (US) INC. customer service for clarification. If a recall hits your VIN, the dealer is required to perform the remedy at no charge. Schedule the appointment promptly — manufacturers track outstanding recall completion rates publicly, and an unfixed recall affects resale value and (for fleets) DOT inspection outcomes.
- Document any work performed in case of resale. Keep dealer invoices, recall completion notices, and any out-of-pocket reimbursement requests on file. A buyer's first question on a used heavy truck is whether outstanding recalls have been remedied — clean documentation closes deals faster.
Frequently asked questions about NOVA BUS (US) INC.
How many recalls has NOVA BUS (US) INC. issued? ▾
NHTSA has 34 recall campaigns on file from NOVA BUS (US) INC.. The list below shows the 25 most recent. Use the recall timeline to see how cadence has changed over the last 24 months.
What's the most recent recall by NOVA BUS (US) INC.? ▾
Campaign 26V573000, reported Sep 3, 2026, covering the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING system and affecting approximately 928 vehicles. Open the campaign page for the full defect, consequence, and remedy text.
Does NOVA BUS (US) INC. have any open NHTSA investigations? ▾
NHTSA hasn't published this for NOVA BUS (US) INC..
How do I check if my NOVA BUS (US) INC. truck is affected by a recall? ▾
The fastest path is to look your VIN up directly. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side door jamb, dashboard near the windshield, or registration documents. Enter it on TruckCodex at /vin/{your-VIN}/ for a full vehicle history including recall hits, or run it through NHTSA's official recall search at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If your truck is in an open campaign, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost to you.
What are the most common defect components in NOVA BUS (US) INC. recalls? ▾
Across NOVA BUS (US) INC.'s recall history, the most-cited component is "ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING" (7 campaigns). The full top-10 component breakdown is in the value-add section above — useful for identifying systems with elevated defect risk before purchase.
How does NOVA BUS (US) INC.'s recall rate compare to other heavy-duty manufacturers? ▾
Peer manufacturers with similar recall counts include MICHELS COPORATION (34 recalls), RILEY DESIGN & FABRICATION (34 recalls), TESLA, INC. (34 recalls). The full peer list is in the comparison table below. Recall count alone is a coarse measure — affected-population totals and severity weighting are more useful for true safety comparison.
Where do I report a defect with my NOVA BUS (US) INC. truck? ▾
Report safety defects directly to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem (toll-free: 1-888-327-4236). NHTSA aggregates owner complaints into the same investigation pipeline that drives recalls — your report counts. Also notify your dealer and NOVA BUS (US) INC. customer service so the manufacturer's internal field-service database has the record. Keep written documentation: dates, mileage, symptoms, repair attempts.
What's the difference between a recall and a service campaign? ▾
A recall is a NHTSA-mandated remedy for a safety defect or non-compliance with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard — it's required, free to the owner, and tracked permanently by VIN. A service campaign (sometimes called a "customer satisfaction program" or "TSB-driven update") is a manufacturer-initiated repair that typically addresses durability, comfort, or non-safety performance issues; it's optional, may have a labor charge after warranty, and is not tracked in NHTSA's recall database. The Manufacturer Communications section above lists service campaigns and TSBs separately from formal recalls.