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2009 Optima Opus recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2009 Optima Opus, covering 6,481 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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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

Steering: columnReported May 2, 2012 · 50 vehicles affected
What is wrong
North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 optima opus29 and opus34 model transit buses, manufactured from august 8, 2007, through september 21, 2009. The pinch bolts in the steering column shaft may loosen to the extent that they may fall out allowing the steering shaft to separate.
Risk
Separation of the steering shaft will result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Nabi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact nabi at 1‑256‑831‑4296.

Recall number 12V189000 · 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

Questions about the 2009 Optima Opus recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2009 Optima Opus have?

3, covering electrical system, steering and equipment.

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