Recall 16V558 covers 39 2011-2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor buses for cracked frames. Free repair at a franchised Glaval Bus dealer once available.
Glaval Bus is recalling 39 2011-2016 Titan Ii Low Floor transit buses under recall 16V558 because the bus frame can crack. The safety concern is reduced driver control and increased crash risk if the frame cracks, and the dealer repair will be free once Glaval Bus opens it.
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What's wrong?
The frame on a 2011-2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor transit bus is the main structure under the body. It supports the bus, carries passenger and equipment weight, and holds suspension parts in position. In this recall, the concern is the chassis area forward of the rear shock towers, where rear suspension force feeds into the frame.
On affected buses, that frame area can crack during service. The exact cause was not known when Forest River reported the issue, but inspections found cracking in the same location on more than one bus in one transit fleet. An interim repair welds cracked frames. The final repair adds reinforcement to both chassis rails on each side of the bus.
Cracks can appear without a warning sign. A driver or maintenance crew should not count on noise, a warning light, or a change in ride feel before the frame is damaged.
Who's affected?
Covers one bus model across the 2011-2016 model years, with the same body or structural component listed for each year.
| 2013 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2014 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
| 2015 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
| 2012 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
| 2011 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
| 2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 39 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 16 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked frame can reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. Cracks can occur without warning, so do not rely on symptoms. If your VIN is included, limit driving and contact the dealer for current interim and final remedy instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Glaval Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor is included in this recall.
- Wait for Glaval Bus repair instructions before scheduling the final chassis-rail reinforcement.
- Contact a franchised Glaval Bus dealer to ask about the interim frame weld for cracked chassis rails.
- Reference recall number 16V558 when you call, and bring the recall notice if you have it.
- Keep the bus out of service if the frame is cracked until the interim weld or final chassis-rail reinforcement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Glaval Bus technician checks the frame condition. If the frame is cracked, the dealer welds the cracked area as an interim fix. The final repair is still under development, so do not treat the reinforcement work as available to schedule yet. Once the final remedy opens, the dealer will add reinforcements to both chassis rails, free of charge. A general reimbursement plan is on file for this recall. If you already paid for a related frame repair before the recall notice, ask Glaval Bus customer service how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 26, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 12, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 19, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| September 19, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 19, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V558?
Recall 16V558 covers 39 2011-2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor CNG transit buses with frames that can crack. A cracked frame can reduce the driver's ability to control the bus and increase crash risk. The recall repair addresses the frame and chassis rails for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2016 Glaval Bus Titan Ii Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 16V558. If it is, contact a franchised Glaval Bus dealer and reference recall 16V558. Ask whether the interim frame weld or final chassis rail reinforcement is the correct step for your bus.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost to the owner. For recall 16V558, the interim weld for a cracked frame and the final chassis rail reinforcement are covered free of charge through the dealer recall process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of control from a cracked frame. If the frame cracks, the driver has reduced ability to control the bus, increasing crash risk. Check the VIN first, then ask the dealer how the bus should be handled before repair.
When were owners notified about recall 16V558?
Owner notification for recall 16V558 began on September 12, 2016. If you bought the bus used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides coverage. Check your VIN and reference recall 16V558 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V558000 |
|---|---|
| Glaval Bus customer service | 1-800-543-4277 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V558 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V558000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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