Structure: frame and membersRecall 16V-558 · 2011–2016 Glaval Bus Titan II LOW Floor
Forest River, Inc. recall 16V-558 covers 39 2011–2016 Glaval Bus Titan II LOW Floor for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on July 26, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V558000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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
The risk
A cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.