The worst 2006 Nabi LFW problems
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Recalls 3
Electrical system
- 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
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- Nabi is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 lfw, clfw, and brt transit buses manufactured from december 1, 2006, through april 30, 2010, and equipped with certain eaton hydraulic fan driver control manifolds which may develop a hydraulic leak of power steering fluid.
- Risk
- A leak of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a leak of this fluid could cause an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Nabi will inspect and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected begin during january 2011. Owners may contact nabi customer service at 1‑256‑831‑4296.
Recall number 10V632000 · Recall details
Equipment
- 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
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Nabi LFW 1
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Is the 2006 Nabi LFW reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Nabi LFW.
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How many recalls does the 2006 Nabi LFW have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment.
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