2002 Nabi LFW Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

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Electrical systemReported September 19, 2013 · 4,061 vehicles affected

What is wrong: North American Bus Industries (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2011 LFW, CLFW, BRT, 2007-2009 Blue Bird L4RE, and 2000-2009 Optima Opus transit buses equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: NABI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on January 27, 2014. Owners may contact NABI at 1‑256‑831‑4296. NABI's recall number is 20136.

Recall number 13V457000 · Recall details

EquipmentReported December 29, 2009 · 2,370 vehicles affected

What is wrong: North american bus industries, inc. (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between january 1, 2002, and september 15, 2009, and equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: The corrosion could cause an electrical short that could result in a fire.
Remedy: Nabi will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. Owners may contact luminator at 1‑972‑516‑3033 or nabi at 1‑256‑831‑4296.

Recall number 09V495000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2002 Nabi LFW have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and equipment.

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