Glaval Bus Titan II Low Floor recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 26, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2011–2016 Glaval Bus Titan II Low Floor

Recall number

16V558000

Brand / firm

Glaval Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39 units

Why it was recalled

A cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Glaval Titan II Low Floor CNG transit buses manufactured December 30, 2014, to March 7, 2016. The affected buses may have frames that may crack

What to do

Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Forest River, and Spartan dealers will weld any cracked frame as an interim fix. For the final remedy, the dealers will add reinforcements to both chassis rails, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-07222016-0231.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.