Nova Bus Lfs. Published by Transport Canada as 2026425 on 4 September 2026. System: Powertrain. 367 vehicles affected in Canada.
What the notice says On certain transit buses, a problem could cause the control unit to shut down. If this happens, there could be a sudden loss of power to the wheels.
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| Recall number | 2026425 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nova Bus |
| Manufacturer recall number | CR5882/CR8424 |
| Category | Bus |
| System | Powertrain |
| Notice type | Safety Mfr |
| Published | 4 September 2026 |
| Last updated by Transport Canada | 22 September 2026 |
| Model years | 2020-2026 |
| Vehicles named | Nova Bus Lfs |
What the notice says today
The issue
On certain transit buses, a problem could cause the control unit to shut down. If this happens, there could be a sudden loss of power to the wheels.
The safety risk
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A bus that is disabled could result in a transfer of passengers in an uncontrolled environment, which may create a risk of injury.
What will be done
Nova Bus will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to correct the connections to the control unit and for updating the vehicle software.
Note
This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2026-220
Version française (Transport Canada)
Problème : Sur certains autobus de transport en commun, un problème pourrait entraîner l'arrêt de l'unité de commande. Si cela se produisait, il pourrait y avoir une perte soudaine de puissance aux roues. Remarque : Ce rappel remplace le rappel numéro 2026-220 de Transports Canada. Risques pour la sécurité : Une perte de puissance aux roues pourrait augmenter le risque d'accident. Un autobus en panne pourrait entraîner le transfert des passagers dans un environnement non contrôlé, ce qui pourrait créer un risque de blessure. Mesures correctives : Nova Bus doit aviser les propriétaires par la poste et vous fournir des instructions sur la manière de corriger les connexions à l'unité de commande et de mettre à jour le logiciel du véhicule.
What it said before
Nothing has changed while we have been watching. We first read this notice on 23 September 2026 and last read it on 23 September 2026.
The copy we hold today hashes to 4775c30d51a688c20c9ef2f785de3510…, so if it is ever edited the change is provable rather than a matter of memory.
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