Recall 18V-481: 2017–2018 Glaval Bus Apollo, 2017–2018 Glaval Bus Commute and 7 more
Forest River, Inc. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jul 25, 2018, covering about 707 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Glaval Apollo, Commute, Concorde II, Entourage, Legacy, Primetime, Titan II, Titan II Low Floor, and Universal transit buses. A washer used in mounting the passenger's seat belt assembly may break, allowing the seat-belt to separate from the vehicle.
The risk
If the seat belt end does not remain secured to the vehicle, the occupant will not be restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt mounting washers, free of charge. The recall began on August 20, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-0751. Note: This recall supersedes 18V376.
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 | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V481000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Glaval Bus Apollo | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Commute | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Concorde II | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Entourage | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Legacy | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Primetime | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Titan II | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Titan II LOW Floor | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Glaval Bus Universal | 2017, 2018 | 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 18V-481?
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Glaval Apollo, Commute, Concorde II, Entourage, Legacy, Primetime, Titan II, Titan II Low Floor, and Universal transit buses. A washer used in mounting the passenger's seat belt assembly may break, allowing the seat-belt to separate from the vehicle.
How is recall 18V-481 fixed?
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt mounting washers, free of charge. The recall began on August 20, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-0751. Note: This recall supersedes 18V376.
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.