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2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL Safety Overview

The 2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit
  • Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as in the event of an emergency necessitating escape from the vehicle, the lack of egress windows may trap occupants inside, increasing their risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL 19V427000

Forest River, Inc.

In the event of an emergency necessitating escape from the vehicle, the lack of egress windows may trap occupants inside, increasing their risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 19V427000: In the event of an emergency necessitating escape from the vehicle, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/7/2019
2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL 18V640000

Forest River, Inc.

If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 18V640000: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/18/2018
2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL 16V386000

Forest River, Inc.

If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V386000: If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/1/2016
2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL 15V765000

Forest River, Inc.

If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

NHTSA Recall 15V765000: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/18/2015
2014 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL 15V283000

Forest River, Inc.

A loose tie rod jam nut may result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V283000: A loose tie rod jam nut may result in a loss of control, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/13/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.