2003 Nabi 40LFW
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2003 Nabi 40LFW. Newest first.
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ecm) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Engine malfunction could possible lead to engine and vehicle damage and potential for a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Nabi IS working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. the recall began on march 16, 2007. owners may contact nabi at 256-831-4296.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
On certain 40' and 60' transit buses, the hydraulic system that provides power to the radiator cooling fan and power steering system IS subject to becoming unstable.
Risk and remedy
Risk
When this occurs, the driver will be subjected to hard turning of the steering wheel and loss of power assist in the steering system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nabi IS conducting the owner notification and eaton corporation will perform the remedy for this campaign. Eaton will inspect and repair the hydraulic system. the recall began march 20, 2005. owners should contact eaton at 952-967-7168 or nabi at 1-888-424-5844.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of power assist could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Nabi IS doing the repairs for this campaign. nabi will install an orifice free of charge. see recall 04v-474.
On certain transit buses, the thickness of the paint on the contact surface of the wheels exceeds the maximum thickness recommended.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The lug nuts could loosen and cause premature wheel failure, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the wheels. owner notification beganmarch 5, 2004. owners should contact nabi at 1-256-831-4296.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10110644Technical Instruction for Sidewall Panel Inspection.
- 10110607Technical Instruction for Chassis Retrofit .
- 10110526Technical Instruction to Repair Front Lower Understructure.
- 10110505Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
- 10110498Technical Instruction to Conduct Chassis Inspection.
- 10110400Service Bulletin - Rear Lower Radius Rod Maintenance
- 10056617Nabi: the controllers are shutting down due to engine cooling system fans failing and will replace modine gen I controller with modine gen 2 controller.
- 10051590Nabi: front understructure repair. As required. Buses with repairable cracks in the understructre in areas near the radius rod attachment.
- 10051577Nabi: ceiling panel attachments working loose. Install stainless steel rivets per this work instruction, to enhance durability.
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