Recall 03V-439: 2003 Glaval Concorde, 2003 Glaval Titan and 1 more

GLAVAL BUS DIVISION recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 2003, covering about 129 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-439
Report date
Nov 4, 2003
Vehicles affected
129
Owners notified
Nov 21, 2003

The problem

On certain transit buses, the entrance door pivot pin assembly can fail allowing the door to come loose.

The 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.

The fix

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.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety outline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGLAVAL BUS DIVISION
ComponentStructure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V439000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Glaval Concorde2003All years
Glaval Titan2003All years
Glaval Universal2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-439?

On certain transit buses, the entrance door pivot pin assembly can fail allowing the door to come loose.

How is recall 03V-439 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.