NHTSA Recall 12V324000: Shaft pitman (steering)
NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 339 vehicles. It affects 2003–2011 Nabi 45CLFW.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V324000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20123 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT PITMAN |
| Report received | July 10, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2003-2011 45clfw transit buses manufactured from july 1, 2003, through december 1, 2011. The vehicles may have a loose connection in the joint between the steering pitman arm and a tapered splined shaft on the steering gear. The splines may wear over time resulting in loss of steering control.
Safety risk
A loss of steering control could result in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Nabi will inspect and repair vehicles, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 7, 2012. Owners may contact nabi at 1-256-831-4296.
Notes
Nabi's recall campaign number is 20123. Customers may 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 12V324000
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.