Glaval Concorde 2006

Model Concorde made in 2006 by Glaval got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerninginterior lighting, power train and seats.

Model 2006

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
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 .
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
09V058000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 09/01/2002 to 12/31/2005V (Vehicle)11704/10/2009MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION02/18/200902/18/2009
Defect SummaryGlaval bus is recalling 117 my 2003-2006 concorde and my 2003-2004 star cruiser equipped with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. installation of a four-piece spindle nut set with a thin spindle nut may lead to damage of the wheel end, including incorrect end play, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Consequence SummaryOuter wheel bearing failure will cause noise and vibration that will be noticeable to the driver and the antilock braking system (abs) warning light will illuminate. continued operation with the abs warning light illuminated may result in wheel separation and a possible vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks is handling the remedy for this campaign (please see 08v-137). glaval bus is working with daimler trucks the existing four-piece spindle set will be replaced with a more robust nut set using a thicker, harder inner nut and a new hub cap. this service will be performed for you free of charge. the recall began on february 24, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or glaval bus at 574-262-2212.
NotesCustomers 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
06V071000GLAVAL BUS DIVISIONfrom 09/01/2005 to 01/31/2006V (Vehicle)17703/24/2006MFRGLAVAL BUS DIVISION03/09/200603/14/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with seat belts, the t-nut which holds the seat leg to the floor track is missing machined bevels.
Consequence SummaryIn 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.
Corrective SummaryOwners 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.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration