Nabi Underbody Shields Recall 09V133000 (579 Vehicles)

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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.

Contacts

Nabi recall no. 20091. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Nabi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 09V133000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
2005 Nabi 60BRT	1	C
2006 Nabi 60BRT	3	F
2007 Nabi 60BRT	2	D
2003 Nabi 60LFW	4	F
2004 Nabi 60LFW	5	F
2007 Nabi 65BRT	1	-

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Questions

Is the 09V133000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 09V133000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 09V133000 announced?

NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported it to NHTSA on April 21, 2009. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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