NABI Bus, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2013
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 7 safety recalls made by NABI Bus, LLC in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
November 29, 2013
(Campaign #: 20137)
Wheel Lug Nuts May Loosen causing Wheel Separation
NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013 40LFW and 31LFW transit buses equipped with painted steel wheels. Due to excessive paint on the wheels, the wheel lug nuts may loosen during operation.
NHTSA ID: 13V597000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 157
Consequence Summary:
If the lug nuts loosen during operation, the wheel could detach from the bus, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
NABI has notified the fleet owner of these buses and has replaced the affected painted steel wheels, free of charge. The recall began in August 2013. Customers may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's number for this recall is 20137.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 19, 2013
(Campaign #: 20136)
Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire
North American Bus Industries (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2011 LFW, CLFW, BRT, 2007-2009 Blue Bird L4RE, and 2000-2009 Optima Opus transit buses equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
NHTSA ID: 13V457000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,061
Consequence Summary:
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
NABI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on January 27, 2014. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's recall number is 20136.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.22
June 20, 2013
(Campaign #: 20135)
HVAC Voltage Fuse Holder
North American Bus Industries, Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 40LFW and model year 2013 31LFW transit buses manufactured October 5, 2012, through May 15, 2013 and equipped with a rear mount Sutrak electric HVAC. The fuse holder inside the HVAC may allow voltage spikes, which may damage electrical components.
NHTSA ID: 13V254000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 100
Consequence Summary:
Damage to electrical components may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
NABI will notify the fleet owner of the affected buses and dealers will replace the cables and fuse holders for the HVAC system, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. NABI's recall number is 20135. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 13, 2013
(Campaign #: 20134)
Brake Pedal Not Secured
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.
NHTSA ID: 13V247000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 515
Consequence Summary:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 10, 2013
(Campaign #: 20133)
Defroster Switch may Overheat
North American Bus Industries (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 416 and model year 2012 31LFW transit buses manufactured October 30, 2008, through April 3, 2013 and equipped with a four-position rotary defroster switch with ring terminals. The defroster switch may overheat and melt the dash.
NHTSA ID: 13V131000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,179
Consequence Summary:
The overheating of the switch may lead to a fire or distract the driver and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
NABI will notify owners and will install relays to reduce the current flow. This will be done free of charge. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's campaign number is 20133.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 26, 2013
(Campaign #: 20132)
Brakes may Drag resulting in Fire
North American Bus Industries Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 40LFW transit buses manufactured November 10, 2012, through March 10, 2013, and equipped with adjustable brake and throttle pedals. The brake pedals may not fully release after the brakes are applied.
NHTSA ID: 13V108000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 84
Consequence Summary:
If pressure remains applied to the brakes, they may overheat while driving, which may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
NABI will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2013. NABI's recall campaign number is 20132. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 11, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Cracks may cause Steering Gear to Separate
North American Bus Industries Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Blue Bird L4RE transit buses manufactured July 1, 2007, through October 31, 2009. The buses may have a defective steering gear attachment. Cracks may develop in the bracket that secures the power steering gear to the bus frame or the bus frame may crack around the bolts that attach the steering gear bracket to the frame.
NHTSA ID: 13V011000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 53
Consequence Summary:
If left unchecked, the cracks may propagate and cause partial separation of the steering gear from the bus frame. This would cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
NABI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
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