Recall 14V587 affects 1,338 2008-2013 Nabi 31LFW and 416 buses for a wheelchair-lift transmission interlock defect. Repair is free at any franchised Nabi dealer.
Nabi is recalling 1,338 2008-2013 31LFW and 416 transit buses because the wheelchair lift or ramp lacks a transmission interlock that keeps it stowed unless the transmission is in neutral. Without that lockout, the bus can move unexpectedly if the brakes do not hold, raising injury risk for the lift or ramp user; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheelchair lift or ramp on 2008-2013 Nabi 31LFW and 416 transit buses lets passengers using mobility devices board and leave the bus. A transmission interlock is supposed to keep that lift or ramp stowed unless the transmission is in neutral. That safeguard ties the mobility equipment to the drivetrain, so the bus is not in gear while the lift or ramp is being deployed.
On affected buses, the required interlock is missing or not equipped for this function. That means the lift or ramp is not blocked by the transmission position in the way the safety standard requires. The defect is in the control relationship between the mobility equipment and the automatic transmission, not in the platform itself.
There is no warning sign before failure. An operator should not expect a light, chime, or visible damage to show that the interlock protection is missing.
Who's affected?
Covers 31LFW and 416 buses across the 2008-2013 model years, with scope tied to adaptive/mobility equipment and automatic transmission components.
| 2012 Nabi 31LFW | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| 2012 Nabi 31LFW | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2013 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| 2012 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2012 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| 2011 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| 2010 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2010 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| 2009 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2009 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| 2008 Nabi 416 | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2008 Nabi 416 | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 1,338 |
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?
When the lift or ramp moves out of the stowed position while the transmission is not in neutral, a brake-hold failure can let the bus move unexpectedly. That increases injury risk for the person using the wheelchair lift or ramp. Use extra caution during lift or ramp operation and contact the dealer for recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Nabi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2013 Nabi 31LFW or 416 bus is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Nabi owner notice if you have not received it; the notice explains the free dealer repair.
- Contact a franchised Nabi dealer to ask when the free electrical-program update is ready for your bus.
- Reference recall number 14V587 and Nabi recall 20146 when you call.
- Keep the wheelchair lift or ramp stowed unless the transmission is in neutral until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Nabi technician will install a new electrical program for the lift or ramp system. The update is designed to keep the wheelchair lift or ramp stowed unless the transmission is in neutral. The dealer repair will be free once it opens, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm that the interlock programming has been installed before the bus returns to service.
Timeline
| September 23, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 6, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V587?
Recall 14V587 covers 1,338 2012 Nabi 31LFW and 2008-2013 Nabi 416 transit buses with a missing transmission interlock for the wheelchair lift or ramp. Nabi dealers install new electrical programming so the lift or ramp stays stowed unless the transmission is in neutral.
What should I do if my 2012 Nabi 31LFW or 2008-2013 Nabi 416 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V587. If it is, contact a franchised Nabi dealer and ask for the electrical programming repair for the wheelchair lift or ramp interlock. Reference recall number 14V587 or Nabi recall 20146 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Nabi dealers install the new electrical program for the lift or ramp interlock free of charge, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unexpected bus movement while the wheelchair lift or ramp is being used. If the lift or ramp moves from the stowed position while the transmission is not in neutral, and the service brakes fail to hold, the bus can move and injure the lift or ramp user.
What if I bought the Nabi bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your bus is included, then call a franchised Nabi dealer with recall number 14V587 or Nabi recall 20146.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V587000 |
|---|---|
| Nabi customer service | 1-256-241-1298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V587 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V587000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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