Nabi Bus, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V133000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V133000 by Nabi Bus, Llc. Includes 579 affected units, ARTICULATING JOINT WELD SEPARATION, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Nabi is recalling 579 my 2005-2007 60brt model year 2007 65brt and my 2003-2004 60lfw transit buses. these buses may contain a defective welded crossmember assembly in the understructure. this crossmember is a welded assembly that includes a steel channel welded to the articulated joint casting at the front trailer section of the bus. under certain conditions, this weld may crack and the welded crossmember assembly may begin to separate. once partial separation occurs, the center portion of the bus in the area of the front of the trailer may drop. if this condition is undetected, additional separation of the joint may occur until the front section of the trailer contact the road surface.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and repair including installation of an additional reinforcement to the affect joint. this repair will be performed free of charge. the recall began on april 30, 2009. owner may contact nabi at 1-888-391-1777.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V133000

Manufacturer: Nabi Bus, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-04-21T00:00:00

Subject: Articulating joint weld separation

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 579

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20091

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Nabi is recalling 579 my 2005-2007 60brt model year 2007 65brt and my 2003-2004 60lfw transit buses. these buses may contain a defective welded crossmember assembly in the understructure. this crossmember is a welded assembly that includes a steel channel welded to the articulated joint casting at the front trailer section of the bus. under certain conditions, this weld may crack and the welded crossmember assembly may begin to separate. once partial separation occurs, the center portion of the bus in the area of the front of the trailer may drop. if this condition is undetected, additional separation of the joint may occur until the front section of the trailer contact the road surface.

Consequence Summary: This could result in loss control of the bus increasing the risk of a crash. this could also result in a loss of electrical power and engine controls. this loss of electrical power and engine controls may render the vehicle stalled in a roadway. additionally, the floor inside the vehicle will become uneven posing a risk to passengers in the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and repair including installation of an additional reinforcement to the affect joint. this repair will be performed free of charge. the recall began on april 30, 2009. owner may contact nabi at 1-888-391-1777.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V133000

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