Nabi 45Clfw (2011) – 12V324000

Defect Description For Recall

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.

Make Of Vehicle

NABI

Model Of Vehicle

45CLFW

Year

2011

Recall Campaign Number

12V324000

Component Description

Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman

Effect Of Defect

A Loss Of Steering Control Could Result In A Crash, Increasing The Risk Of Injury.

Fix Defect

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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

North American Bus Industries, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

20030701

End Of Manufacture

20111201

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

339

Date Owners Notified

20120807

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Nabi Bus, Llc

Date Report Received

20120710

Make Campaign Number

20123

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard