2003 Glaval Universal Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2003 Glaval Universal problems

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EquipmentReported November 23, 2010 · 119 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Glaval is recalling certain model year 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, and 2008 ford e350/e450 universal, chevy/gmc 4500/5500 titan and freightliner mb-55 apollo transit buses manufactured from august 1999 through july 2007, and equipped with a trans/air ta73 evaporator. The evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.
Risk: This would cause the resistor temperature to rise to a point where it will melt and possibly ignite the plastic blower housing to which it is mounted. The overheating can result in a fire.
Remedy: Glaval in cooperation with trans air will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact trans air warranty and service center at 1‑800‑673‑2446.

Recall number 10V618000 · Recall details

Interior lightingReported October 28, 2009 · 161 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 09V421000 · Recall details

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported September 17, 2004 · 95 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to the wheelchair occupant.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 04V458000 · Recall details

Structure: body: door: hinge and attachmentsReported November 4, 2003 · 129 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses, the entrance door pivot pin assembly can fail allowing the door to come loose.
Risk: This could result in doors falling off the bus, causing possible injury to pedestrians close to the bus, damage to adjacent vehicles, or result in a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with replacement pivot pins and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. Owners should contact global at 1‑800‑445‑2824.

Recall number 03V439000 · Recall details

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4 recalls, covering equipment, interior lighting and equipment adaptive/mobility.

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