2013 NABI 31LFW, 2013 NABI 40LFW Recall: Due to excessive paint on the wheels, the wheel lug nuts may loosen during…
NHTSA campaign 13V597000 · Wheels · filed Nov 29, 2013 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
NABI Bus, LLC (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2013 40LFW and 31LFW transit buses equipped with painted steel wheels. Due to excessive paint on the wheels, the wheel lug nuts may loosen during operation.
The risk
If the lug nuts loosen during operation, the wheel could detach from the bus, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
NABI has notified the fleet owner of these buses and has replaced the affected painted steel wheels, free of charge. The recall began in August 2013. Customers may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's number for this recall is 20137.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 13V597000 (manufacturer number 20137). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.