2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Posted on: 2012-07-11
Description
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.
Consequence
A loss of steering control could result in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2013-06-13
Description
North american bus industries, inc. (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2003-2013 45clfw and 2013 40clfw transit buses manufactured november 1, 2008, through june 7, 2013. The air brake pedal mounting may become loose during application of the brake pedal.
Consequence
If the brake pedal comes loose during use, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes as expected and required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nabi will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses, free of charge. The recall began july 10, 2013. Owners may contact nabi at 1-256-241-1298. Nabi's recall number is 20134.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.