Recall 12V-580: 2007 Glaval Apollo, 2007–2012 Glaval Concorde and 8 more
Glaval Bus Division recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 10, 2012, covering about 704 vehicles.
The problem
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 transit buses, models: Entourage, Sport, Universal, Titan, Titan II, Apollo, Primetime, and Concord; and manufactured January 1, 2007, through December 3, 2012. The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
The risk
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.
The fix
Glaval Bus will notify owners and direct them to contact Ricon. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. The recall campaign began on January 23, 2013. Owners may contact Glaval Bus at 1-574-262-2212 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Glaval Bus Division |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V580000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Glaval Apollo | 2007 | All years |
| Glaval Concorde | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Entourage | 2007 | All years |
| Glaval Primetime | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Sport | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Titan | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Titan II | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Universal | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Apollo | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Entourage | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All 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 12V-580?
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 transit buses, models: Entourage, Sport, Universal, Titan, Titan II, Apollo, Primetime, and Concord; and manufactured January 1, 2007, through December 3, 2012. The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
How is recall 12V-580 fixed?
Glaval Bus will notify owners and direct them to contact Ricon. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. The recall campaign began on January 23, 2013. Owners may contact Glaval Bus at 1-574-262-2212 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
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.