Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V179000 Reported July 15, 2002

Glaval/fmvss 108/stop/tail lamp

Glaval Bus · N/A · 233 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V179000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Glaval Bus
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
233
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 15, 2002

Defect Summary

Certain buses fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated devices." the universal bus changed from a wrap-around style rear tail and turn lamp to a flat stop/tail lamp. the wrap-around light had an integral side marker. the new flat lights do not have a side marker. the apollo and concorde models still use the wrap-around light except when led lights are ordered.

Safety Consequence

This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

Glaval will provide to owners the necessary parts and installation instructions to install the rear side marker lights. owner notification began july 8, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact glaval at 1-800-445-2825.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Glaval Bus dealer and reference recall ID 02V179000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V179000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V179000?

NHTSA recall 02V179000 was issued by Glaval Bus on July 15, 2002. It addresses: Glaval/fmvss 108/stop/tail lamp. The recall affects approximately 233 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Glaval Bus dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V179000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.