2009 NABI 45CLFW
3 recalls — 0 complaints — 23 TSBs
13V247000 Jun 13, 2013
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
12V324000 Jul 10, 2012
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
Consequence
A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
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.
09V371000 Sep 29, 2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
NORTH 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 O... Read more
Consequence
THIS 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.
Remedy
NABI 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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2009 NABI 45CLFW
23 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 2 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2 |
| 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 1 |
| 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| 022000 SUSPENSION:REAR | 1 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
SB-15-02-01
Apr 30, 2015
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Service Bulletin - Rear Lower Radius Rod Maintenance
L3-FSV-135_C
Feb 28, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
L3-FSV-135_C
Feb 28, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
L3-FSV-135_C
Feb 28, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
L3-FSV-135
Feb 2, 2015
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
NABI: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING INSPECTION OF HEIGHT FOR AIR BAG RIDE AND ANY REQUIRED ADJUSTMENT TO MAINTAIN RIDE HEIGHT. *PE
L3-FSV-135
Feb 2, 2015
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
NABI: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING INSPECTION OF HEIGHT FOR AIR BAG RIDE AND ANY REQUIRED ADJUSTMENT TO MAINTAIN RIDE HEIGHT. *PE
L3-FSV-254
Apr 30, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Technical Instruction to Retrofit Headlight Mount.
L3-FSV-254
Apr 30, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO RETROFIT HEADLIGHT MOUNT.
L3-FSV-245
Feb 28, 2014
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Technical Instruction to Install Surge Tank Mount.
L3-FSV-245
Feb 28, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Technical Instruction to Install Surge Tank Mount.
L3-FSV-054_B
Jun 30, 2013
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Technical Instruction to Inspect Front Radius Rod Brackets.
SB-13-04-02
Apr 30, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Service Bulletin - Upper Radius Rod Torque to Axle Housing
L3-FSV-135
Feb 28, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
L3-FSV-136
Feb 28, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical Instruction to Replace Transmission Yoke Bolt.
L3-FSV-136
Feb 28, 2013
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Technical Instruction to Replace Transmission Yoke Bolt.
L3-FSV-138
Feb 28, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Instruction to Conduct Coolant Pressure Leak Test.
SB-13-04-01
Feb 28, 2013
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Air Spring Height Setting.
SB-13-04-01
Feb 28, 2013
022130 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Air Spring Height Setting.
L3-FSV-131
Jan 31, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSPECT SEAT TRACK ATTACHMENT.
L3-FSV-122
Oct 1, 2012
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Technical Instruction to Repair Door Mechanism Mounting Bracket Attachment
L3-FSV-122
Oct 1, 2012
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Technical Instruction to Repair Door Mechanism Mounting Bracket Attachment
SB-L3-FSV-098
May 22, 2012
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES (NABI); TO IMPROVE AIR COMPRESSOR DURABILITY, MODIFY NATURALLY ASPIRATED AIR TO BOOSTED AIR FROM ENGINE TURBOCHARGER ON LA METRO BUS FLEET. *PE
WIN-L3FSV-036-A
Oct 31, 2011
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
NABI: 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. *PE
NABI 45CLFW — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NABI 45CLFW across all model years (1998–2013).
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