- The 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.
- The risk
- A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Glaval Universal Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Glaval Universal with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2009 for the interior lighting. For comparison, the 2003 has 0 and the 2005 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Universal year, for its age
#455 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Glaval Universal problems
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2004 Glaval Universal recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
- The risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to the wheelchair occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or glaval bus at 1-800-445-2825.
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1 complaints about the 2004 Glaval Universal
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 glaval universal 5500 guramax. The contact stated that three of the windows in the vehicle were continuously becoming unglued and falling out. The purchase date, engine size, and a valid vin were unknown. The current mileage is 41,918 and failure mileage was 21,000. Updated 02-01-08 *bf the consumer stated two more windows have now been glued back onto the frame. Updated 02/01/08 *tr
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All Universal yearsQuestions about the 2004 Glaval Universal
Does the 2004 Glaval Universal have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Glaval Universal: interior lighting (October 2009); equipment adaptive / mobility (September 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Glaval Universal?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Glaval Universal had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 17, 2007 and the latest on July 17, 2007. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Glaval Universal a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 69 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Glaval Universal year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2004 Glaval Universal has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data