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Nova Bus, a prominent manufacturer of transit buses, has issued several recalls in recent years, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of its vehicles. These recalls have involved various issues, ranging from potential fire hazards to electrical malfunctions, prompting investigations by regulatory agencies and prompting Nova Bus to implement corrective actions. Recall Overview In 2023, Nova Bus initiated two significant recalls affecting its LFS and LFS Artic buses. These recalls addressed potential fire hazards associated with the high-voltage batteries and the electric cooling fan fuse holders. High-Voltage Battery Recall The first recall, issued in August 2023, involved a potential over-tightening of fasteners connecting the high-voltage batteries to the busbar. This issue could lead to broken fasteners, causing a short circuit and increasing the risk of fire. Nova Bus notified affected owners and instructed them to inspect and replace the high-voltage batte...