2002 Nabi CLFW problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2002 Nabi CLFW — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2002 compare to other CLFW years?

CLFW NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2002 Nabi CLFW have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V457000Electrical SystemSeptember 19, 2013 · 4,061 units

Defect

North American Bus Industries (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2011 LFW, CLFW, BRT, 2007-2009 Blue Bird L4RE, and 2000-2009 Optima Opus transit buses equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Consequence

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

NABI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on January 27, 2014. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296. NABI's recall number is 20136.

2002 Nabi CLFW — common questions

Is the 2002 Nabi CLFW reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2002 Nabi CLFW have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2002 Nabi CLFW. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2002 compare to other CLFW years?

Does the 2002 Nabi CLFW have recalls?

2002 Nabi CLFW — common questions

Is the 2002 Nabi CLFW reliable?

Does the 2002 Nabi CLFW have recalls?

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