No complaints are listed for the 2013 Nabi 40LFW. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as NABI 40LFW.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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6 recalls.
Date: 2016-01-26. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: New Flyer Industries, Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2015 New Flyer MD30, 2012 C35LFR, 2010-2011 D35LFR, NABI 35LFW, 2011 D40LFR, 2010-2012 D60LFR and NABI 31LFW, 2010 C40LF, DE35LF, D40LF, DE40LFA, DE60LFA, GE35LFR and GE40LF, 2009 DE60LF and GE40LFR, 2010-2013 C40LFR, DE60LFR, NABI 416 and NABI 60BRT, 2010-2015 XD35, XDE40, NABI 40LFW and 42BRT, 2011-2015 XD40 and XN40, 2013-20 (excerpt)
Consequence: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer will notify owners instructing them to inspect their seats for missing welds. Recaro will supply replacement anchorage brackets and cover the labor to replace them if any welds are missing, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706, or Recaro customer service at 1-800-873-2276. New Flyer's number for this rec (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-08-26. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.
Defect: NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 31LFW transit buses manufactured February 10, 2013, to March 10, 2014, and 2012-2014 40LFW transit buses manufactured October 5, 2012, to June 2, 2014, and equipped with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuel systems manufactured by Agility Fuel Systems. The tanks for the CNG fuel system may be abraded by Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs) moun (excerpt)
Consequence: Contact between the PRD and the tank may result in a CNG leak, increasing the risk of a fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: NABI will notify owners, and dealers will install a temporary flexible cover over the PRD. A permanent improvement is still under development by Agility. Owners will receive a second notification when the permanent remedy becomes available. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact NABI customer service at 1-256-241-1298. NABI's number for this recall is 20145. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-03-25. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.
Defect: NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 40LFW transit buses manufactured October 5, 2012, through March 17, 2014, 2013 35LFW transit buses manufactured October 21, 2013, through January 14, 2014, and 2013 31LFW transit buses manufactured February 10, 2013, through October 19, 2013, and equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems. In the subject vehicles, a bolt (excerpt)
Consequence: Bolt contact with the CNG cylinder may damage the CNG fuel cylinder, potentially causing a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: NABI Bus, LLC will notify owners, and dealers will eliminate the possible interference, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact NABI Bus at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's number for this recall is 20142. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-11-29. Systems: WHEELS.
Defect: NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013 40LFW and 31LFW transit buses equipped with painted steel wheels. Due to excessive paint on the wheels, the wheel lug nuts may loosen during operation.
Consequence: If the lug nuts loosen during operation, the wheel could detach from the bus, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: NABI has notified the fleet owner of these buses and has replaced the affected painted steel wheels, free of charge. The recall began in August 2013. Customers may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's number for this recall is 20137.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-06-20. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
Defect: North American Bus Industries, Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 40LFW and model year 2013 31LFW transit buses manufactured October 5, 2012, through May 15, 2013 and equipped with a rear mount Sutrak electric HVAC. The fuse holder inside the HVAC may allow voltage spikes, which may damage electrical components.
Consequence: Damage to electrical components may result in a fire.
Remedy: NABI will notify the fleet owner of the affected buses and dealers will replace the cables and fuse holders for the HVAC system, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. NABI's recall number is 20135. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-03-26. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Defect: North American Bus Industries Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 40LFW transit buses manufactured November 10, 2012, through March 10, 2013, and equipped with adjustable brake and throttle pedals. The brake pedals may not fully release after the brakes are applied.
Consequence: If pressure remains applied to the brakes, they may overheat while driving, which may result in a fire.
Remedy: NABI will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2013. NABI's recall campaign number is 20132. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
23 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| STRUCTURE | 10 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 6 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 2 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
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| STEERING | 2 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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10110400
Date: 2015-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Service Bulletin - Rear Lower Radius Rod Maintenance
10110505
Date: 2015-02-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, STRUCTURE.
Technical Instruction to Adjust Ride Height.
10057478
Date: 2015-02-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
NEW FLYER: ON SOME BUSES, THE ADJUSTMENT RODS HAS LOOSE HARDWARE AND THE DOORS MAKE CHATTERING DUE TO NOT BEING PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND NEEDS TO BE SET CORRECTLY. *PE
10056617
Date: 2015-01-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
NABI: THE CONTROLLERS ARE SHUTTING DOWN DUE TO ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM FANS FAILING AND WILL REPLACE MODINE GEN I CONTROLLER WITH MODINE GEN 2 CONTROLLER. *PE
10094972
Date: 2014-05-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO MODIFY STEERING COLUMN COSMETIC COVER.
10094650
Date: 2014-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSPECT KONGSBERG ADJUSTABLE FLOOR PEDAL.
10110625
Date: 2014-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Technical Instruction to Inspect Kongsberg Adjustable Floor Pedal.
10094204
Date: 2014-03-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
WORK INSTRUCTION - AGILITY - FIELD REPAIR - SUPPORT CHANNELS AND BRACKETS
10094208
Date: 2014-03-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
WORK INSTRUCTION - AGILITY - FIELD REPAIR - R&R RUBBER STRIPS
10110648
Date: 2014-03-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Work Instruction - Sutrak - FMI Discharge Anaconda Line 1.