Does the 2003 Glaval Universal have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, interior lighting, equipment adaptive/mobility, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2003 Glaval Universal recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Glaval dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Glaval Universal?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2003 Glaval Universal recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Glaval Universal. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Glaval been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Glaval dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2003 Glaval Universal recalls, newest first

November 23, 2010NHTSA 10V618000119 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary: Glaval is recalling certain model year 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, and 2008 Ford E350/E450 universal, chevy/GMC 4500/5500 titan and freightliner MB-55 apollo transit buses manufactured from August 1999 through July 2007, and equipped with a trans/air TA73 evaporator. The evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.
Consequence: This would cause the resistor temperature to rise to a point where it will melt and possibly ignite the plastic blower housing to which it is mounted. The overheating can result in a fire.
Remedy: Glaval in cooperation with trans air will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on December 23, 2010. Owners may contact trans air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 28, 2009NHTSA 09V421000161 vehicles potentially affected

Interior lighting

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 17, 2004NHTSA 04V45800095 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary: On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to the wheelchair occupant.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 4, 2003NHTSA 03V439000129 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments

Summary: On certain transit buses, the entrance door pivot pin assembly can fail allowing the door to come loose.
Consequence: This could result in doors falling off the bus, causing possible injury to pedestrians close to the bus, damage to adjacent vehicles, or result in a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with replacement pivot pins and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during November 2003. Owners should contact global at 1-800-445-2824.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2003 Glaval Universal were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Glaval Universal years

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Questions

Does the 2003 Glaval Universal have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, interior lighting, equipment adaptive/mobility, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Glaval Universal recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Glaval dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Glaval Universal?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.