Recall 15V129 affects 63 2014 Nabi 40LFW transit buses for improperly torqued tie rod nuts. Repair is free at any franchised Nabi dealer.
Nabi is recalling 63 2014 40LFW city transit buses so dealers can inspect front axle tie rod nut torque. A loose tie rod can lead to loss of vehicle control and higher crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Nabi makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The steering tie rod on the 2014 Nabi 40LFW bus is part of the linkage that connects the steering system to the front wheels. When the driver turns the wheel, the tie rod helps move the front wheels in the same direction so the bus tracks where it is pointed. The tie rod nuts hold that connection tight at the front axle.
On these buses, the front axle tie rod nuts were not tightened to the specified torque. A nut that is too loose does not clamp the tie rod joint with enough force. With road vibration and repeated steering movement, the joint can loosen further and the steering linkage can shift instead of staying fixed.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not wait for a sound, warning light, or change in steering feel to confirm the problem.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Nabi 40LFW | tie rod (steering linkage) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 63 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly torqued tie rod nuts can leave the tie rod inadequately secured. That can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. The filing lists no warning sign before failure. Schedule the repair soon and limit service until the bus is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Nabi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Nabi 40LFW is included in this recall.
- Wait for Nabi's owner notice before scheduling service if your dealer does not yet show the recall as open for your bus.
- Contact a franchised Nabi dealer to ask about the free tie-rod nut retorque that secures the front axle steering linkage.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V129 when you call.
- Drive only as needed until the tie-rod nut torque is checked, and stop using the bus if steering feels loose or unstable.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nabi technician retorques the tie rod nuts on the front axle so the steering linkage fasteners are tightened to specification. The remedy text identifies this as a dealer repair performed free of charge. Because the remedy status is not marked available, treat scheduling as dealer confirmed: call a Nabi service contact with the VIN and campaign 15V129, then ask when the bus can be brought in for the free retorque.
Timeline
| March 4, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 20, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V129?
Recall 15V129 covers 63 2014 Nabi 40LFW city transit buses with front axle tie rod nuts that were not torqued correctly. If the tie rod is not secured, the bus can lose vehicle control and crash risk increases. Dealers will retorque the tie rod nuts for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Nabi 40LFW is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V129. If it is, contact a franchised Nabi dealer to schedule the tie rod nut retorque. Reference recall 15V129 and Nabi recall number 20151 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall repair at no cost. For recall 15V129, the dealer will retorque the affected front axle tie rod nuts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control. If the front axle tie rod nuts are not torqued correctly, the tie rod is not adequately secured. That steering linkage problem increases crash risk. Have the dealer complete the free retorque repair before returning the bus to regular service.
When did the Nabi 40LFW recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on March 20, 2015. Nabi owners can contact a franchised Nabi dealer to schedule the free tie rod nut retorque, or call Nabi customer service at 1-256-241-1298 and reference recall number 20151.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V129000 |
|---|---|
| Nabi customer service | 1-256-241-1298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V129 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V129000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →