Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
OPTIMA
Model Of Vehicle
OPUS
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
12V189000
Component Description
Steering:Column
Effect Of Defect
Separation Of The Steering Shaft Will Result In A Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
North American Bus Industries, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20070808
End Of Manufacture
20090921
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
50
Date Owners Notified
20120607
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Nabi Bus, Llc
Date Report Received
20120502
Make Campaign Number
20122