2012 GLAVAL UNIVERSAL Safety Overview
The 2012 GLAVAL UNIVERSAL has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
- Equipment
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door.
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 UNIVERSAL owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
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If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
NHTSA Recall 14V599000: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Glaval Bus (Glaval) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Universal, Primetime, Sport, Concor...
If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
NHTSA Recall 14V226000: If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Universal, Entourage, Concorde II, Titan, Ti...
The charging system may fail which could lead to the vehicle stalling while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the spring clamp could pierce both the positive and negative wires of the alternator harness creating a short circuit which could result in a fire.
NHTSA Recall 14V004000: The charging system may fail which could lead to the vehicle stalling while... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Universal, Concorde II, Entourage, Primetime...
The evaporator unit may detach from the ceiling and fall increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 13V309000: The evaporator unit may detach from the ceiling and fall increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 transit buses, models: Entourage, Sport, Uni...
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.
NHTSA Recall 12V580000: The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Glaval Bus is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 transit buses equipped with Speciality Manuf...
In the event of an emergency, passengers' exit from the bus may be hindered, possibly resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants.
NHTSA Recall 12V384000: In the event of an emergency, passengers' exit from the bus may be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.