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2005 Glaval Universal recalls

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

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

For the 2005 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.

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2005 Glaval Universal recalls, newest first

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 24, 2008NHTSA 08V493000171 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary
Glaval bus is recalling 171MY 2005-2006 universal, primetime, titan, and apollo transit and shuttle buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Consequence
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Glaval bus is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or glaval bus at 1-574-262-2212.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 31, 2006NHTSA 06V3220002 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
Certain buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.' an incorrectly labeled weight sticker was attached.
Consequence
This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
Remedy
The capacity will be reduced on both vehicles and a new weight rating label will be installed. Both vehicles have been taken out of service and parked until repairs have been made.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 5, 2006NHTSA 06V1910009 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary
On certain transit buses built on Ford E450 chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts, the vertical support arms were improperly welded.
Consequence
During passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the buses or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Remedy
Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06E008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. Owners may contact glaval bus at 574-262-2212 or ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 9, 2006NHTSA 06V071000177 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
On certain buses equipped with seat belts, the t-nut which holds the seat leg to the floor track is missing machined bevels.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, without the bevels, the sharp edge could come through the floor track increasing the risk of injury to seat occupant.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with the necessary parts to replace the t-nuts free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2006. Owners may contact glaval bus at 1-800-445-2825.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2005 Glaval Universal were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2005 Glaval Universal have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: interior lighting, equipment adaptive/mobility, equipment, seats. 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 2005 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 2005 Glaval Universal?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.