The worst 2004 Nabi 40LFW problems
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Recalls 5
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 05V464000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
- 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
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Certain transit busses equipped with tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.
- Risk
- In the event of a crack the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. The tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Arvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1‑866‑668‑7221 or nabi at 888‑424‑5844 ext.7900.
Recall number 05V060000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 04V474000 · Recall details
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses, the thickness of the paint on the contact surface of the wheels exceeds the maximum thickness recommended.
- 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.
Recall number 04V102000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Nabi 40LFW 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Bulletin
- Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
- Nabi: the controllers are shutting down due to engine cooling system fans failing and will replace modine...
- Technical Instruction to Conduct Chassis Inspection.
- Technical Instruction to Repair Front Lower Understructure.
- Nabi: front understructure repair. as required. buses with repairable cracks in the understructre in areas...
- Nabi: ceiling panel attachments working loose. install stainless steel rivets per this work instruction,...
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Is the 2004 Nabi 40LFW reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2004 Nabi 40LFW have?
5 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, steering and wheels.
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