NHTSAVISIBILITY
Nova Bus (US) Inc. - Window Glass may Detach from Frame/FMVSS 217
Published: March 31, 2026Recall ID: 26V206000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The glass can fall out of the frame, increasing the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. Detached window glass can also become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2025 LFS and 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. Inadequate adhesion around the window frame may cause the glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Affected Products
Window Glass may Detach from Frame/FMVSS 217
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Window Glass may Detach from Frame/FMVSS 217 |
| Nhtsa id | 26V206000 |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V206000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Nova Bus (US) Inc. |
| Defect summary | Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 2025 LFS and 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. Inadequate adhesion around the window frame may cause the glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release." |
| Corrective action | Nova Bus will inspect and replace the glass as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5877. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 30, 2026. |
| Consequence summary | The glass can fall out of the frame, increasing the risk of ejection and injury during a crash. Detached window glass can also become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | CR5877 |
| Potentially affected | 13 |
| Report received date | 2026-03-31T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |