Recall 26V300 covers 197 2019-2023 Nova Bus Lfs and Lfs Artic buses for missing door-glazing DOT marks. Free repair once available.
Nova Bus is recalling 197 2019-2023 Lfs and Lfs Artic transit buses because the driver's speaker hole door is missing the prime glazing manufacturer's DOT code mark. If that door is later replaced with the wrong plastic, visibility can be reduced and crash risk increases; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is the plastic speaker hole panel in the driver's door area on 2019-2023 Nova Bus Lfs and Lfs Artic transit buses. It sits in the driver partition area and supports the opening for the driver's speaker. Because the panel is glazing material, it also needs the required DOT marking that identifies the glazing maker under FMVSS 205.
On these buses, the panel was built without the required prime glazing manufacturer DOT code mark. Nova Bus traced the issue to the parts manufacturer's misunderstanding of the FMVSS 205 marking requirement. The problem is a compliance defect in the panel's labeling, not a described crack, leak, or loose door part. The replacement plastic panels will be marked permanently to meet the standard.
There is no warning sign before this issue is found. A driver or fleet technician would not feel a change in steering, braking, or door operation from the missing marking.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on July 11, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not public.
| 2020 Nova Bus Lfs | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2020 Nova Bus Lfs | body or structural component |
| 2019 Nova Bus Lfs | visibility component |
| 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | visibility component |
| 2019 Nova Bus Lfs | body or structural component |
| 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | visibility component |
| 2023 Nova Bus Lfs | body or structural component |
| 2022 Nova Bus Lfs | body or structural component |
| 2021 Nova Bus Lfs | visibility component |
| 2021 Nova Bus Lfs | body or structural component |
| 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | visibility component |
| 2020 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | body or structural component |
| 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | visibility component |
| 2019 Nova Bus Lfs Artic | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 197 |
| 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 your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A missing DOT code mark can lead to the door being replaced with the wrong plastic type. That reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the issue, so use the VIN to confirm coverage and plan the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Nova Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2023 Nova Bus Lfs or Lfs Artic is included in this recall.
- Watch for Nova Bus owner letters expected July 11, 2026 before scheduling the repair.
- Contact a franchised Nova Bus dealer after the owner letter arrives to schedule the free plastic panel door replacement that keeps the correct glazing material in place for visibility.
- Reference recall number 26V300 and Nova Bus recall CR5884 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice to the repair visit if Nova Bus has mailed one.
What happens at the repair
Once the repair opens, a Nova Bus technician will replace the plastic panel door tied to the driver's speaker hole, free under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Nova Bus uses its general reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you have already paid out of pocket for a related door or glazing repair, bring the invoice and proof of payment to the service desk or contact Nova Bus customer service to start a documented claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 12, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 11, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V300?
Recall 26V300 covers 197 2019-2023 Nova Bus Lfs and Lfs Artic transit buses with a missing DOT code mark on the driver's speaker hole door glazing. Nova Bus will replace the plastic panel door for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2023 Nova Bus Lfs or Lfs Artic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 26V300. If it is, contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 and reference Nova Bus recall CR5884. Nova Bus will replace the plastic panel door free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 26V300, Nova Bus will replace the plastic panel door free of charge through the recall repair process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility after an incorrect replacement part is installed. The missing DOT code mark can lead to the driver's speaker hole door being replaced with the wrong type of plastic, which reduces visibility and increases crash risk.
When will owners be notified?
Nova Bus expects to mail owner notification letters on July 11, 2026. The notice will explain the recall and the free plastic panel door replacement. Reference recall 26V300 or Nova Bus recall CR5884 when contacting Nova Bus customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V300000 |
|---|---|
| Nova Bus customer service | 1-450-472-6410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V300 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V300000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →