NHTSA Recall 16V890000: Service brakes and park/neutral start interlock switch (power train)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2016 Glaval Bus Legacy.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V890000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 35-12022016-0277 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES; POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH |
| Report received | December 12, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 4, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glaval Legacy transit buses manufactured April 5, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.
Safety risk
This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners. Allison Transmission Distributors and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Allison customer service at 1-800-252-5283, or Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-12022016-0277.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V890000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Glaval Bus Legacy | 2016 |
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.