3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2002-07-22
Description
Certain buses fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated devices. The universal bus changed from a wrap-around style rear tail and turn lamp to a flat stop/tail lamp. The wrap-around light had an integral side marker. The new flat lights do not have a side marker. The apollo and concorde models still use the wrap-around light except when led lights are ordered.
Consequence
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Corrective Action
Glaval will provide to owners the necessary parts and installation instructions to install the rear side marker lights. Owner notification began july 8, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact glaval at 1-800-445-2825.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Posted on: 2004-09-23
Description
On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to the wheelchair occupant.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or glaval bus at 1-800-445-2825.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - INTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2009-10-30
Description
Glaval bus is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses equipped with luminator horizon led side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Consequence
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Corrective Action
Glaval bus will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall began on november 10, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or glaval bus at 1-574-262-2212.
Notes
Glaval bus' recall campaign number is 17744.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .