NHTSA Recall 05V088000: Hydraulic power assist system (steering)
NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,680 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Nabi 35LFW.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V088000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20052 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 9, 2005 |
| Owner notification | May 16, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Nabi recall no. 20052.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V088000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nabi 35LFW | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Nabi 40CLFW | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Nabi 40LFW | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Nabi 45CLFW | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Nabi 60LFW | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.