Recall 13V247 covers 515 2003-2013 Nabi 45CLFW and 40CLFW transit buses for loose air brake pedal mounting. Repair is free at any franchised Nabi dealer.
Nabi is recalling 515 2003-2013 45CLFW and 40CLFW transit buses because the air brake pedal mounting can loosen during brake application. If the pedal comes loose, the driver can lose expected braking ability, which raises crash risk, and Nabi dealers will complete the repair free once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The air brake pedal on 2003-2013 Nabi 45CLFW and 40CLFW transit buses is the driver’s main control for the service brake system. When the driver presses the pedal, the pedal assembly sends that input to the air brake system, which uses compressed air to apply the brakes at the wheels. The mounting hardware is supposed to hold the pedal steady so brake application feels predictable.
On affected buses, the brake pedal mounting can loosen while the pedal is being applied. A loose mount means the pedal is no longer held firmly in its normal position under foot pressure. That movement can interfere with consistent brake-pedal application and make the brake control feel unstable.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should treat any loose, shifting, or unusual brake pedal feel as a reason to take the bus out of service and have the mounting inspected.
Who's affected?
The scope spans 40CLFW and 45CLFW buses across the 2003 through 2013 model years, all tied to the brake system.
| 2009 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2007 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2008 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2010 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2004 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2013 Nabi 40CLFW | brake system |
| 2013 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2012 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2003 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2006 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| 2005 Nabi 45CLFW | brake system |
| Units affected | 515 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the brake pedal comes loose during use, braking response can change and the driver can lose the expected ability to apply the brakes, increasing crash risk. Treat any loose pedal feel as a reason to stop using the bus and contact service. Repair will be free at any franchised Nabi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2013 Nabi 45CLFW or 40CLFW bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Nabi customer service at 1-256-241-1298 for the current repair path before taking the bus in for service.
- Reference recall number 13V247 when you call, and ask about the free inspection and repair for the loose air-brake pedal mounting.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or give the service desk the VIN and recall number.
- Keep the bus out of service if the brake pedal feels loose or does not respond normally.
What happens at the repair
Nabi's source remedy says owners were notified and buses were to be inspected and repaired free of charge, with the recall beginning July 10, 2013. At the service facility, a Nabi technician inspects the air brake pedal mounting and repairs the bus if the mounting is loose or damaged. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The filing does not give a repair time, so ask the service desk how long the inspection and any brake pedal mounting repair will take for your bus.
Timeline
| June 13, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 10, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V247?
Recall 13V247 covers 515 2003-2013 Nabi 45CLFW and 2013 Nabi 40CLFW transit buses with an air brake pedal mounting that can loosen during brake application. If the pedal comes loose, the driver cannot apply the brakes as expected, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2003-2013 Nabi 45CLFW or 40CLFW is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 13V247. If it is, contact Nabi at 1-256-241-1298 and reference Nabi recall number 20134. Nabi will inspect and repair the bus free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Nabi stated that it will inspect and repair affected buses free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost for included vehicles, regardless of where the bus is operated or serviced.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking control if the air brake pedal mounting loosens during use. The driver cannot apply the brakes as expected and required, which increases the risk of a crash. Confirm the VIN and arrange the free inspection and repair with Nabi.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V247000 |
|---|---|
| Nabi customer service | 1-256-241-1298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V247 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V247000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →