Nova Bus Recall for Ricon Hidden Frame Windows
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Nova Bus is recalling 61 Ricon hidden frame windows due to inadequate adhesion that may cause the glass to detach, failing federal safety standards.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 14, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Nova Bus is recalling certain Ricon hidden frame windows because of inadequate adhesion around the window frame, which may cause the glass to detach. This issue results in the windows failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are Ricon hidden frame windows sold through Prevost Parts and Prevost Service Center. The manufacturer is Nova Bus (US) Inc., with the model being RICON HIDDEN WINDOW FRAME and model year listed as 9999. A total of 61 units are potentially affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26E019000, and Nova Bus' recall number is ER26501.
What You Should Do
Consumers should wait for owner notification letters, expected to be mailed on June 8, 2026. Nova Bus will inspect and replace the windows as necessary, free of charge. Contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410 for more information. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting June 8, 2026.
Why This Matters
The recall addresses a safety defect that could lead to glass detaching during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants and creating a road hazard for other vehicles.
Source
This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For details, visit the NHTSA website and search for Campaign Number 26E019000.
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