2005 Glaval Universal Problems: 0 Complaints, 5 Recalls

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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 24, 2008 · 171 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Glaval bus is recalling 171my 2005-2006 universal, primetime, titan, and apollo transit and shuttle buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy: Glaval bus is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1‑800‑322‑2884 or glaval bus at 1‑574‑262‑2212.

Recall number 08V493000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported August 31, 2006 · 2 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.' an incorrectly labeled weight sticker was attached.
Risk: This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr).
Remedy: The capacity will be reduced on both vehicles and a new weight rating label will be installed. Both vehicles have been taken out of service and parked until repairs have been made.

Recall number 06V322000 · Recall details

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported June 5, 2006 · 9 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses built on ford e450 chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts, the vertical support arms were improperly welded.
Risk: During passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the buses or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Remedy: Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. Owners may contact glaval bus at 574‑262‑2212 or ricon at 1‑818‑267‑3000.

Recall number 06V191000 · Recall details

SeatsReported March 9, 2006 · 177 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain buses equipped with seat belts, the t-nut which holds the seat leg to the floor track is missing machined bevels.
Risk: In the event of a crash, without the bevels, the sharp edge could come through the floor track increasing the risk of injury to seat occupant.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with the necessary parts to replace the t-nuts free of charge. The recall began on march 24, 2006. Owners may contact glaval bus at 1‑800‑445‑2825.

Recall number 06V071000 · Recall details

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Is the 2005 Glaval Universal reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2005 Glaval Universal.

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How many recalls does the 2005 Glaval Universal have?

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

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