United States2024–2025 LFS transit buses are affected; the driver’s seat belt may be pinched by the partition, preventing the belt from retracting properly. Nova Bus is recalling the buses because they fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 209, “Seat Belt Assemblies,” which could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Nova Bus will adjust the seat base plate free of charge; owner letters were mailed December 12, 2025, owners may call 1-450-472-6410, and VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 9, 2026.
What's being recalled
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 LFS transit buses. The driver's seat belt may be pinched by the partition, preventing seat belt from retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 25V773000; Manufacturer campaign CR5818
The hazard
A loose seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Nova Bus will adjust the seat base plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5818. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 9, 2026.
The official notice
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