Recall 12V189000: 2007–2009 Optima Opus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 2, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 50
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 optima opus29 and opus34 model transit buses, manufactured from august 8, 2007, through september 21, 2009. The pinch bolts in the steering column shaft may loosen to the extent that they may fall out allowing the steering shaft to separate.
The risk
Separation of the steering shaft will result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Nabi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact nabi at 1-256-831-4296.
Notes
This is nabi recall 20122.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2007 Optima Opus
- 2008 Optima Opus
- 2009 Optima Opus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V189000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 20122
- Manufacturer
- NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.
- Owner letters
- Jun 7, 2012
- Components
- Steering:column (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology