Recall 25V368 affects 45 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs buses for turn-signal indicator lights that stay illuminated. Firmware update is free at franchised Nova Bus dealer.
Nova Bus is recalling 45 2022-2023 Lfs buses because a digital display firmware error can leave instrument panel indicator lights solidly illuminated after the turn signals are off. The faulty indicator light can leave drivers without clear turn-signal status and increase crash risk; Nova Bus dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The PHD Firmware in affected 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs buses controls the digital display that shows instrument panel indicator lights. Those lights tell the driver when systems such as the turn signals are active. For turn signals, the panel indication should match the signal status, so the driver gets clear feedback from the dashboard.
On these buses, the display firmware has an error in version v1.02.046 and older. That software error can leave the instrument panel turn signal indicators solidly illuminated even after the turn signals are switched off. The outside signal system is the lighting component involved, but the fault is in the display logic that reports turn signal status to the driver. Remedied buses use firmware version V1.02.047 for the affected component.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue appears when the indicator lights stay on even though the turn signals are off, which gives the driver the wrong dashboard feedback.
Who's affected?
Covers 2022 and 2023 Lfs buses that use the same PHD firmware for the turn signal.
| 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | Turn signal |
|---|---|
| 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | Turn signal |
| Units affected | 45 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A faulty indicator light does not give the driver reliable information about turn signal status, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before this happens. Schedule the firmware update soon so the display gives correct signal information. Repair is free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer to schedule the free digital display firmware update that restores correct turn-signal indicator behavior.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 25V368 (Nova Bus recall CR5732) when you call.
- Keep the bus out of service if the indicator lights stay solid and the driver cannot confirm turn-signal status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nova Bus technician updates the digital display firmware so the instrument panel indicator lights work correctly with the turn signals. The software update is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. Nova Bus uses its general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices or payment documentation to the service desk, or contact Nova Bus customer support for the reimbursement path tied to recall 25V368.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 11, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 7, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 1, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| August 1, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 1, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 1, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V368?
Recall 25V368 covers 45 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs buses with a digital display firmware error that keeps the instrument panel turn-signal indicator lights illuminated after the signals are off. That leaves the driver without clear turn-signal status information and increases crash risk. Nova Bus will update the firmware for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Nova Bus Lfs is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 25V368. If it is, contact an authorized Nova Bus dealer or service location to schedule the digital display firmware update. Reference Nova Bus recall number CR5732 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nova Bus will update the digital display firmware free of charge. Parts and labor are covered through an authorized Nova Bus dealer or service location.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unclear turn-signal information for the driver. The firmware error can keep the instrument panel indicator lights illuminated even after the turn signals are off, so the driver loses reliable status feedback. That condition increases crash risk under recall 25V368.
When did Nova Bus notify owners?
Nova Bus mailed owner notification letters on July 7, 2025. The notice explains the digital display firmware error, the free update, and Nova Bus recall number CR5732. If you did not receive a letter, check your VIN and contact an authorized Nova Bus dealer or service location.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V368000 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA recall # | 25V368 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V368000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →