Eaton hydraulics/nabi/loss of power steering assis
Defect Summary
Cetain eaton hydraulics motor manifold assemblies model mcd 7810, rev g, p/n 02-198616, part of motor manifold assembly 100at00002a produced between december 2002 and march 2004 and sold for use on north american bus industries (nabi) transit buses model 40lfw. the lack of an orifice in the proportional valve manifold assembly leads to pressure oscillations which may ultimately lead to a degradation of power-assisted steering.
Safety Consequence
Loss of power assist could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Nabi is doing the repairs for this campaign. nabi will install an orifice free of charge. see recall 04v-474.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Eaton Corporation or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 04E066000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E066000?
NHTSA recall 04E066000 was issued by Eaton Corporation on September 14, 2004. It addresses: Eaton hydraulics/nabi/loss of power steering assis. The recall affects approximately 300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Eaton Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E066000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.