Transmission interlock/fmvss 403
Defect Summary
Nabi bus, llc (nabi) is recalling certain model year 2012 31lfw transit buses manufactured april 28, 2012, to december 16, 2012, and 2008-2013 416 transit buses manufactured october 30, 2008, to february 15, 2014. the affected vehicles may not be equipped with a transmission interlock that prevents the wheelchair lift or ramp from being moved from the stowed position unless the transmission is in neutral. as such, the buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
Safety Consequence
If the wheelchair lift or ramp can be removed from the stowed position while the transmission is not in neutral, if the service brakes fail to hold the bus, the bus may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to the wheelchair lift or ramp user.
Corrective Action
Nabi will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical program that prevents the lift or ramp from being moved from the stowed position unless the transmission is in neutral, free of charge. the recall began in november 2014. owners may contact nabi customer service at 1-256-241-1298. nabi's number for this recall is 20146.
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FAQ: Recall 14V587000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V587000?
NHTSA recall 14V587000 was issued by Nabi Bus, Llc on September 23, 2014. It addresses: Transmission interlock/fmvss 403. The recall affects approximately 1,338 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nabi Bus, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V587000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20146. 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.