Recall
Nabi 31lfw — 13V597000
NHTSA ID
13V597000
Make
Nabi
Model
31lfw
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2013-11-29
Component
WHEELS
Units Affected
157
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
20137
Summary
NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013 40LFW and 31LFW transit buses equipped with painted steel wheels. Due to excessive paint on the wheels, the wheel lug nuts may loosen during operation.
Consequence
If the lug nuts loosen during operation, the wheel could detach from the bus, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
NABI has notified the fleet owner of these buses and has replaced the affected painted steel wheels, free of charge. The recall began in August 2013. Customers may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's number for this recall is 20137.