NHTSA recall 05V088000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Nabi 35LFW and 4 more
Reported Mar 9, 20053,680 vehicles affectedNORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.Maker’s number 20052Built Jul 1, 1998 – Feb 20, 2005
The defect
On certain transit buses, the front axle stops and the power steering gear hydraulic limit valves were found to be out of adjustment. The drag link may experience permanent deformation due to the steering load.
The risk
During long term operation involving repeated flexing of the drag link, it may eventually crack and break. the driver will no longer have steering control of the vehicle and a crash could occur causing injury or death.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the drag links with a stronger drag link. dealers will also inspect the steering gear hydraulic limit valve settings. the recall began on may 16, 2005. owners may contact nabi at 256-831-4296.