Nova Bus recall 26V-712: Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Campaign facts
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V712000 (26V-712)
- Manufacturer number
- CR5969
- Filed by
- Nova Bus (US) Inc.
- Report received
- October 27, 2026
- Component
- Fuel system, diesel:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 453
- Model years
- 2022–2024
- Built between
- February 15, 2022 and October 9, 2024
- Recall initiated by
- The manufacturer
What is wrong
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2022-2024 LFS and 2023 LFS Artic transit buses. The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Why fuel system defects matter: A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of fire, and a failing fuel pump can stall the engine while driving.
The remedy
Nova Bus will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 26, 2026. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-800-350-6682. Nova Bus's number for this recall is CR5969.
About the fuel system
The fuel system stores and delivers fuel to the engine; leaks and pump failures are the usual reasons for a recall.
Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-712
- Nova Bus Lfs 202420232022
- Nova Bus Lfs Artic 2023
What to do
- Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s lookup (below) to confirm that your vehicle is included and that the repair has not already been done.
- Call a dealer for the brand and book the repair. Quote NHTSA campaign 26V-712 and the manufacturer’s number CR5969.
- If you smell fuel or see a leak, do not drive the vehicle — park it outside, away from buildings, and call the dealer.
- Safety recall repairs are carried out free of charge by the manufacturer’s dealers. If you already paid for this repair yourself, ask the manufacturer about reimbursement and keep your receipt.
Check by VIN
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Is a recall still open on your vehicle? Only NHTSA’s official VIN check can say whether a campaign applies to your exact vehicle and whether the repair has already been done.
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The official record
This page reproduces the campaign as filed with NHTSA. The NHTSA record is authoritative — if anything here differs, follow the agency.
Open campaign 26V-712 on NHTSA.gov