Nabi 45clfw 2009

Model 45clfw made in 2009 by Nabi got 2 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and structure. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and steering.

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
09V371000NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.from 11/01/2008 to 09/12/2009V (Vehicle)17910/07/2009MFRNORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.09/29/200909/29/2009
Defect SummaryNorth american bus industries, inc. is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 transit buses manufactured between november 1, 2008 and september 12, 2009. the cable assembly that supplies power from the alternator to the batteries may have a defectively crimped terminal which could cause it to overheat when high current passes through the cable.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in component damage and a fire. this could also result in a loss of electrical power and engine controls which could render the vehicle stalled in a roadway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryNabi will notify owners and dealer will inspect and replace any defective cable assembly free of charge. the safety recall began on october 7, 2009. owners may contact nabi customer service at 1-888-424-5844.
NotesNabi's recall campaign number is #20092.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN
12V324000NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.from 07/01/2003 to 12/01/2011V (Vehicle)33908/07/2012MFRNORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.07/10/201207/11/2012
Defect SummaryNorth 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 SummaryA loss of steering control could result in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective SummaryNabi 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.
NotesNabi'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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER
SB-L3-FSV-09805/22/201210044331North american bus industries (nabi); to improve air compressor durability, modify naturally aspirated air to boosted air from engine turbocharger on la metro bus fleet. *pe06/12/2012
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
WIN-L3FSV-036-A10/31/201110044163Nabi: information regarding side access doors, on gas spring mounting brackets, are separating from body; top of door is being pushed outwards and engine compartment door, in rear, fails to open all the way. *pe05/16/2012