2005 Glaval Primetime recalls and problems
The 2005 Glaval Primetime has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Glaval dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Glaval Primetime vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Glaval Primetime recalls
Recall 09V-421: Interior Lighting
Problem: Glaval 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.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Fix: Glaval 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.
Recall 08V-493: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Glaval bus is recalling 171my 2005-2006 universal, primetime, titan, and apollo transit and shuttle buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Fix: Glaval bus is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or glaval bus at 1-574-262-2212.
Recall 06V-071: Seats
Problem: On certain buses equipped with seat belts, the t-nut which holds the seat leg to the floor track is missing machined bevels.
Risk: In 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.
Fix: Owners 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Glaval Primetime have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Glaval Primetime: 09V-421 (interior lighting), 08V-493 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 06V-071 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Glaval recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Glaval dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.