Glaval/entrance door pivot pin
Defect Summary
On certain transit buses, the entrance door pivot pin assembly can fail allowing the door to come loose.
Safety 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.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Glaval Bus or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 03V439000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V439000?
NHTSA recall 03V439000 was issued by Glaval Bus on November 4, 2003. It addresses: Glaval/entrance door pivot pin. The recall affects approximately 129 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Glaval Bus dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V439000 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.