Recall 15V076 affects 5 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs buses for emergency exit window interference. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
Nova Bus is recalling 5 2008 Nova Lfs transit buses because surrounding material can interfere with emergency exit windows and make them harder to open. In an emergency, a difficult exit can slow evacuation and increase the risk of injury; a Nova Bus dealer will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The side and rear emergency exit windows on the 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs are part of the bus escape system. In normal service, the glass stays retained in the body opening, but the release hardware must let passengers or operators open the window when an emergency exit is needed. That function is covered by FMVSS No. 217, the federal rule for bus emergency exits and window retention.
On affected buses, material around the emergency exit window can interfere with the window as it opens. Instead of moving freely after release, the window can bind against the surrounding material and take more force or time to open. That makes the exit harder to use when the bus needs an alternate way out.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is not a dashboard light or a driving symptom; it shows up when the emergency exit window is opened and does not move as intended.
Who's affected?
| 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A restricted emergency exit can delay escape during an emergency, increasing injury risk. If your bus is included, have the exit inspected and repaired before regular service, and tell riders and staff to report any exit that binds or does not open cleanly. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule the free emergency-exit-window repair that removes material blocking the window opening.
- Bring the recall notice if Nova Bus sent one. Reference recall number 15V076 and Nova Bus recall CR1314 when you call.
- Keep emergency exit window areas clear until the dealer confirms the repair is complete.
- Call Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nova Bus technician removes any surrounding material that restricts the emergency exit window opening, then checks that the window opens as intended. Nova Bus has already notified owners, and the recall work is free. For an affected 2008 Nova Lfs bus, the service visit is focused on clearing the emergency exit path so passengers can use the window in an evacuation.
Timeline
| February 9, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V076?
Recall 15V076 covers 5 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs transit buses with emergency exit windows that are harder to open because surrounding material interferes with the window opening. Nova Bus dealers remove the restricting material for free.
What should I do if my 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V076. If it is, contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule removal of the material restricting the emergency exit window. Reference recall number 15V076 or Nova Bus recall CR1314 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V076, Nova Bus dealers remove any material that restricts the emergency exit window opening free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is slower evacuation during an emergency. If an emergency exit window is difficult to open, passengers have a harder path out of the bus, increasing injury risk. The free dealer repair removes the material that restricts the window opening.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V076000 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus customer service | 1-450-472-6410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V076 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V076000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →