Recall 13V-520: 2009–2010 Glaval Concorde, 2009–2010 Glaval Primetime and 7 more
Glaval Bus Division recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 2013, covering about 699 vehicles.
The problem
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Entourage, Sport, Universal, Titan, Titan II, Apollo, Primetime, Concorde, and Concorde II transit buses manufactured August 4, 2009, through June 7, 2010 and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits within the actuator, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.
The risk
High resistance may cause the circuit board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Glaval Bus will notify owners and dealers will replace the circuit board, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2013. Owners may contact Glaval Bus at 1-574-262-2212.
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 | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V520000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Glaval Concorde | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Primetime | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Sport | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Titan | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Titan II | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Universal | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Apollo | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Concorde II | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Entourage | 2009, 2010 | 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 13V-520?
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Entourage, Sport, Universal, Titan, Titan II, Apollo, Primetime, Concorde, and Concorde II transit buses manufactured August 4, 2009, through June 7, 2010 and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits within the actuator, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.
How is recall 13V-520 fixed?
Glaval Bus will notify owners and dealers will replace the circuit board, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2013. Owners may contact Glaval Bus at 1-574-262-2212.
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.