Recall 15V077 affects 35 2007-2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs buses for a battery-cable short risk. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
Nova Bus is recalling 35 2007-2009 Nova Lfs transit buses because the battery compartment power feed cable can wear early and short to ground. A shorted battery cable increases the risk of a fire, and Nova Bus dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery power feed cable on 2007-2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs buses carries electrical power from the battery compartment to the bus electrical system. It has to be routed and clipped so the cable stays clear of edges, brackets, and other parts that move or rub during service. When it is secured correctly, the cable insulation protects the conductor inside and keeps battery power isolated from the bus body.
On the affected buses, the cable was routed or clipped incorrectly in the battery compartment. That placement lets the cable rub during normal operation and maintenance, which wears through the outer insulation earlier than designed. Once the insulation is damaged, the exposed conductor can contact ground and create an electrical short.
The warning sign is visible wear on the battery cable during inspection. Look for rubbed, flattened, cracked, or exposed insulation in the battery compartment, then have the routing checked against the corrected path.
Who's affected?
Covers the Nova Lfs across 2007, 2008, and 2009, all tied to the same battery cable component.
| 2008 Nova Bus Nova Lfs | battery |
|---|---|
| 2007 Nova Bus Nova Lfs | battery |
| 2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs | battery |
| Units affected | 35 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
A battery power feed cable that shorts to ground increases the risk of a fire. Treat visible cable wear as a reason to schedule service promptly, and have the dealer inspect the routing and correct the cable path. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule the free inspection and battery-power-feed-cable routing repair.
- Bring the recall notice to the appointment, or reference recall number 15V077 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the bus should stay parked until inspection if the battery cable routing has not been checked.
- Call Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 with questions about the repair or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nova Bus technician inspects the battery compartment and checks how the battery power feed cable is routed and clipped. If the cable is routed incorrectly, the technician corrects the routing so the cable is secured away from surfaces that can wear through the insulation and cause a short to ground. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Nova has notified owners, and the recall repair is available now through the dealer network. For scheduling, use recall number CR1332 when you contact Nova Bus customer service or the service desk.
Timeline
| February 9, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V077?
Recall 15V077 covers 35 2007-2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs transit buses with a battery power feed cable that was incorrectly routed and clipped. The cable can wear, short to ground, and increase fire risk. Nova Bus dealers inspected and rerouted the cable for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2009 Nova Bus Nova Lfs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V077. If it is, contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer or Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 and ask whether the battery power feed cable inspection and routing repair has been completed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V077, Nova Bus dealers inspected the affected buses and correctly routed the battery power feed cable, as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. NHTSA campaign 15V077 says the battery power feed cable can wear early and short to ground if it was incorrectly routed or clipped. If your VIN is included and the repair is open, arrange the free dealer inspection and routing repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V077000 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus customer service | 1-450-472-6410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V077 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V077000 |
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 →