Recall 12V324000: 2005–2011 Nabi 45CLFW
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 10, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 339
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2003-2011 45clfw transit buses manufactured from july 1, 2003, through december 1, 2011. The vehicles may have a loose connection in the joint between the steering pitman arm and a tapered splined shaft on the steering gear. The splines may wear over time resulting in loss of steering control.
The risk
A loss of steering control could result in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Nabi will inspect and repair vehicles, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 7, 2012. Owners may contact nabi at 1-256-831-4296.
Notes
Nabi's recall campaign number is 20123. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2006 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2007 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2008 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2009 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2010 Nabi 45CLFW
- 2011 Nabi 45CLFW
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V324000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 20123
- Manufacturer
- NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.
- Owner letters
- Aug 7, 2012
- Components
- Steering:gear box:shaft pitman (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