1998 Nabi 40LFW Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 1998 Nabi 40LFW problems

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Steering: hydraulic power assist systemReported March 9, 2005 · 3,680 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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: 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.

Recall number 05V088000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/superchargerReported October 6, 2004 · 210 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to enter the exhaust system.
Risk: In the event the turbocharger fails, a fire may occur in the engine compartment resulting in property damage or injuries.
Remedy: Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will repair the engine and install an exhaust temperature sensor to prevent the possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire. Owners should contact detroit diesel corporation at 313‑592‑5791 or nabi at 1‑256‑831‑4296.

Recall number 04V479000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported October 6, 2003 · 80 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Risk: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1‑800‑343‑7357 or nabi at 256‑832‑4296.

Recall number 03V372000 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported December 12, 2002 · 1,474 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with diesel or liquid natural gas (lng) fuel systems only, in the area of the rear axle lower radius rod attachment to the suspension support (or "c" frame), a welding problem exists.
Risk: If a crack were to develop and propagate around the circumference of the bushing, the radius rod attachment could become loose and allow movement between the lower radius rod and the rear axle. Should this happen, the rear axle position could shift during acceleration, deceleration, or in turns, and could affect the handling of the vehicle.
Remedy: Owners are being requested to inspect their buses for cracks and to remove the buses from service that have cracks exceeding specific criteria. Nabi will arrange to repair all the vehicles. Owner notification is expected to begin on december 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nabi at 1‑888‑424‑5844, extension 7900.

Recall number 02V332000 · Recall details

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Is the 1998 Nabi 40LFW reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1998 Nabi 40LFW.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Nabi 40LFW?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1998 Nabi 40LFW have?

4 recalls, covering steering, engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.

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