Recall 13V-247: 2013 Nabi 40Clfw, 2003–2013 Nabi 45Clfw

North American Bus Industries, Inc. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 13, 2013, covering about 515 vehicles.

NHTSA number

13V-247

Report date

Jun 13, 2013

Vehicles affected

515

Owners notified

Jul 10, 2013

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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.

Recall details

Manufacturer	North American Bus Industries, Inc.
Component	Service Brakes, Air
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	13V247000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Nabi 40Clfw	2013	All years
Nabi 45Clfw	2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V-247?

How is recall 13V-247 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.