NHTSA Recall 09V421000: Interior lighting
GLAVAL BUS DIVISION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 161 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Glaval Apollo.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V421000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17744 |
| Component | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | October 28, 2009 |
| Owner notification | November 10, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Glaval bus' recall campaign number is 17744.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V421000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Glaval Apollo | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Glaval Bus Apollo | 2008, 2009 |
| Glaval Concorde | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Glaval Primetime | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Glaval Titan | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Glaval Universal | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.