Glaval Apollo 2006

Model Apollo made in 2006 by Glaval got 8 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, equipment adaptive and interior lighting.

Model 2006

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
10V618000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 08/01/1999 to 07/31/2007V (Vehicle)119MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION11/23/201012/14/2010
Defect SummaryGlaval 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.
Consequence SummaryThis 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.
Corrective SummaryGlaval 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 is expected to begin late december 2010 or early january 2011. owners may contact trans air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.
NotesOwners 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 .
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
07V072000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 03/07/2006 to 12/31/2006V (Vehicle)7504/13/2007MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION03/01/200703/01/2007571404
Defect SummaryCertain buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, platform lift systems for motor vehicles. the inner barrier interlock switch system in the lift baseplate may not detect the presence of a passenger (either wheelchair or standee) on the barrier and can allow the platform to move down more than one inch below floor level when occupied.
Consequence SummaryIn the event this condition occurs during passenger operations, it may be possible for the wheelchair to tip backwards onto the platform if the user is backing onto the lift from inside the vehicle and has the small front wheels fully or partially on the inner barrier when the platform was lowered. a person standing could lose his or her balance if they were positioned fully or partly on the inner barrier when the platform was lowered. either condition could cause personal injury.
Corrective SummaryGlaval bus is working with ricon to repair these wheelchair lifts (please see 06e101). owners can contact ricon at 800-322-2884 or glaval bus at 574-262-2212.
NotesCustomers may 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.
08V493000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 04/01/2005 to 09/06/2006V (Vehicle)17109/18/2008ODIGLAVAL BUS DIVISION09/24/200809/26/2008571403
Defect SummaryGlaval 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.
Consequence SummaryA lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Corrective SummaryGlaval 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.
NotesCustomers may 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.
10V143000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 12/01/2007 to 12/31/2009V (Vehicle)30204/26/2010MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION04/12/201004/12/2010
Defect SummaryGlaval bus is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 universal, titan, titan ii, primetime, sport, and apollo transit buses manufactured between december 2007 and december 2009 fitted with ricon public use lifts. the restraint belt on these lifts was designed to prevent the lift from moving, unless the tongue of the belt is fully engaged and latched in the buckle. ricon has discovered, however, that it is possible for the operator to insert the belt tongue into the buckle without fully engaging the latching mechanism. in this case, the restraint belt would appear to be latched, and the operator could run the lift. if the restraint belt tongue is not fully engaged into the restraint belt buckle, and latched, the lift may operate with an occupant on the platform.
Consequence SummaryThe user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Corrective SummaryGlaval bus is working with ricon and ricon will be performing the remedy for this campaign. please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. the safety recall began on april 26, 2010. owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or glaval bus at 1-800-322-2884.
NotesOwners 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 .
08V014000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 07/18/2005 to 07/06/2006V (Vehicle)215MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION01/20/200801/10/2008571404
Defect SummaryCertain transit buses equipped with braun platform lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, platform lift installations in motor vehicles. a passenger can approach the exposed lift doorway without the audible alarm alerting them of their proximity to the threshold.
Consequence SummaryShould the threshold warning system fail to operate, the lift user can fall from the vehicle and be seriously injured.
Corrective SummaryGlaval is working with braun corporation to have the doorway lift fixed free of charge (please see 06e094). owners may contact braun corporation at 1-800-946-7513 or glaval at 1-574-262-2212.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
12V011000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 01/02/2006 to 12/31/2010V (Vehicle)1407ODIGLAVAL BUS DIVISION01/13/201201/13/2012
Defect SummaryGlaval is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2007 transit buses built on ford, gmc, chevrolet, and freightliner chassis and equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Consequence SummaryIf sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Corrective SummaryGlaval will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during january 2012. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-348-7440.
NotesOwners 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 .
INTERIOR LIGHTING
09V421000GLAVAL BUS DIVISION V (Vehicle)16111/10/2009MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION10/28/200910/30/2009
Defect SummaryGlaval 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 SummaryA short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Corrective SummaryGlaval 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.
NotesGlaval 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 .
SEATS
06V304000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 03/14/2006 to 08/02/2006V (Vehicle)35608/25/2006MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION08/07/200608/11/2006571210
Defect SummaryCertain transit buses, built on ford, freightliner, and general motors chassis, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, 'seat belt assembly anchorages.' the seats equipped with seat belts may have been bolted to the bus structure incorrectly.
Consequence SummaryAn occupant not properly wearing a seat belt may have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install the necessary parts to correctly fasten the seats to the bus structure free of charge. the recall began on august 25, 2006. owners may contact glaval bus at 1-800-445-2824.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration