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SevereNHTSA·12V118000·Announced 2012-03-22

NABI Recalls 2011-2012 416 Transit Buses Due to Steering Defect

North American Bus Industries is recalling 137 model year 2011 and 2012 416 transit buses because a loose steering joint may separate, causing loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering joint separation) that results in loss of steering control, which the source states could result in a crash and injury.

Plain-English summary

North American Bus Industries (NABI) is recalling 137 model year 2011 and 2012 416 transit buses manufactured between August 29, 2011, and February 19, 2012. The recall addresses a defect in the steering system where the connection in the joint between the steering pitman arm and the steering drag link is loose.

Over time, this joint may separate, resulting in a loss of steering control. A loss of steering control could lead to a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants and others.

NABI will inspect and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began in March 2012. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
NABI 416
Brand
NABI
Manufacturer
NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
137

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • 416

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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