Pinch bolts
Defect Summary
North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 optima opus29 and opus34 model transit buses, manufactured from august 8, 2007, through september 21, 2009. the pinch bolts in the steering column shaft may loosen to the extent that they may fall out allowing the steering shaft to separate.
Safety Consequence
Separation of the steering shaft will result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Nabi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. owners may contact nabi at 1-256-831-4296.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nabi Bus, Llc or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 12V189000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V189000?
NHTSA recall 12V189000 was issued by Nabi Bus, Llc on May 2, 2012. It addresses: Pinch bolts. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nabi Bus, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V189000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20122. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.