Service brakesRecall 13V-108 · 2012–2013 Nabi 40LFW
North American Bus Industries, Inc. recall 13V-108 covers 84 2012–2013 Nabi 40LFW for a service brakes problem, reported to NHTSA on March 26, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V108000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If pressure remains applied to the brakes, they may overheat while driving, which may result in a fire.
The fix
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.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 10, 2012 to March 10, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.