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2007-2009 Optima Opus recall: column

North American Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 2, 2012. It covers about 50 vehicles.

vehicles affected
50
reported
May 2, 2012
owners notified
Jun 7, 2012

Steering: column

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V189000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Optima Opus column?

Yes. Recall 12V189000, reported on May 2, 2012, covers about 50 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V189000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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