2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR

20 recalls, 1 complaints - 31 TSBs

22V276000 Apr 25, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Low Floor transit buses. The rear-mounted ultracapacitors may allow the engine to be started when the master battery disconnect switch is in the "OFF" position.
Consequence
The engine may be started unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to anyone nearby the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software for the buses equipped with the Vanner Ultracapacitor system, and conduct a hard rewire for the buses equipped with the KBI system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-50... Read more
592 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig, LLC
20V392000 Jul 2, 2020
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC. (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2020 hybrid and all-electric Low Floor buses equipped with a steering system that uses a high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic pump assembly to provide power steering assist. The shaft coupling between the motor and pump may fail and cause a loss ... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 13, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
531 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
20V179000 Mar 25, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Low Floor buses. The circuit breaker ratings on the DEF Line Heater circuit and the Aftertreatment-Ignition circuit may be higher than the rating for the wire and connector.
Consequence
With the improper circuit breaker rating, an electrical short in either of these circuits may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the circuit breakers, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
8,224 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
19V193000 Mar 8, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Low Floor buses. Uncovered electrical terminals in the headlight power circuit may short circuit to ground, causing a loss of headlights.
Consequence
A loss of headlights can reduce the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig has notified owners, and dealers will install new back covers on the headlight buckets, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
965 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
19V059000 Jan 28, 2019
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Low Floor buses. The ball stud of the steering system draglink may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
If the ball stud is insufficiently tightened, the ball stud may wear, resulting in reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the ball stud tightness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
3,659 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
18V886000 Dec 12, 2018
STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Gillig Low Floor transit buses. As built, one of the emergency exit windows may not be able to be easily used in the event of an emergency. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FM... Read more
Consequence
An obstructed emergency exit can hinder passengers from vacating the bus in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will move one of the emergency exit windows to an unobstructed location, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
30 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
18V789000 Nov 9, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with disk brakes. The spring cage bolts on the air brakes may not be sufficiently tightened, reducing the effectiveness of the parking brake.
Consequence
Loose cage bolts may result in the bus rolling away when in the park position or a loss of braking ability if the service brake air pressure is lost while moving. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the spring cage bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
4,469 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
18V511000 Aug 9, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Gillig Low Floor vehicles. The front and rear turn signals on these vehicles may flash at different rates, potentially confusing other drivers of the vehicle's intention. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Moto... Read more
Consequence
The mismatched flashing may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify the owner of the buses, and dealers will reprogram the turn signals with new software, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
178 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
18V418000 Jun 20, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2001-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses. The turn signals may flash slowly, reducing their visibility to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflec... Read more
Consequence
The reduced visibility of the turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will update the software that controls the turn flash rate, free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
25,579 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V559000 Sep 8, 2017
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Hybrid and all Electric Low Floor buses with electro-hydraulic power steering assist. The coupler between the high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic steering pump shafts may fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist will cause the need for increased steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
108 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V519000 Aug 23, 2017
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Low Floor transit buses, equipped with Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats. In the affected seats, the seat belt buckle may be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked.
Consequence
If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners and work with the supplier to replace the buckles, free of charge. The recall began on October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Adient-Recaro at 1-248-484-3250 or Gillig Service at 1-800-735-1500.
3,432 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V263000 Apr 19, 2017
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Low Floor transit buses equipped with Norgren-brand suspension kneeling modules. The suspension kneeling modules on these vehicles have snap rings on the solenoid valve pistons which may not have been fully inserted and seated during assembly, pote... Read more
Consequence
An unexpected loss of suspension air bag pressure while driving would result in an abrupt reduction in suspension height, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of suspension air bag pressure could also occur during vehicle servicing, increasing the risk of injury to maintenance personn... Read more
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners and pay fleets to inspect the front and rear kneeling modules. A snap ring reset tool will be provided free of charge to permanently seat the snap ring in the intended groove. The recall began on June 2, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
2,604 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V156000 Mar 9, 2017
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wiper arms, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
2,732 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V119000 Feb 24, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 1997-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The front turn signals installed on standard profile (non-BRT) buses may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor... Read more
Consequence
The reduced visibility of the turn signals may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install turn signals that have increased visibility. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
17,056 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
17V099000 Feb 14, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. These vehicles have front LED turn signals with integrated side reflex reflectors that may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Feder... Read more
Consequence
A bus that has reduced visibility to other drivers or pedestrians has an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners and will replace the LED turn signal/reflector units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
2,787 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
16V931000 Dec 23, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Low Floor compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses manufactured September 1, 2015, to December 5, 2016, equipped with Amerex SafetyNet fire suppression system panel/controller units. These buses have gas detection electronics that may ... Read more
Consequence
If not corrected, the fire suppression systems on certain CNG-powered buses may fail to indicate the presence of a natural gas (methane) leak. In such cases, the driver will not receive a fault code indicating that the Gas Detection electronics have been disabled. This may increase the risk of asp... Read more
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and Amerex representatives will replace the Operator Display Panel/Controllers, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
451 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
16V701000 Sep 29, 2016
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2016 Low Floor transit buses manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 26, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig service centers or the fleet services for the bus owners will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Note: Gillig is advising that vehicles with the affected axl... Read more
143 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
16V662000 Sep 14, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Gillig 29-foot Low Floor transit buses manufactured November 20, 2014, to February 11, 2016. These buses, equipped with disc brakes, have rear brake hoses that can rub chassis components and fray.
Consequence
A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brake(s) to lock up unexpectedly, or fail to operate when the brakes are applied. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will provide fleets new rear brake hoses, fittings, clamps, and hardware along with instructions on how to reorient the hoses using the new fittings, and reimburse them for their labor, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-8... Read more
34 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
16V451000 Jun 21, 2016
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Lowfloor diesel-electric hybrid vehicles manufactured March 6, 2012, to June 7, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with stop lamp activation that may inadvertently flash the rear brake lights. As such, these vehicles do not comply... Read more
Consequence
Flashing brake lights may cause confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install a new software update, free of charge. The recall began on July 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
112 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC
16V320000 May 18, 2016
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016 Low Floor vehicles manufactured March 3, 2016, to April 21, 2016. The driver's side window on the affected vehicles may block too much light, thereby decreasing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fe... Read more
Consequence
Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install compliant driver's windows, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
34 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Gillig LLC

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
TIRES1
TIRES Apr 4, 2017
Incident date: Feb 1, 2017
MICHELIN 305/85R22.5 XZU3 (J) SAME FAILURES THAT CAUSED THE VOLUNTARY RECALL OF 2012. ALL REMAINING PRODUCTION DATES AFTER THE RECALL (2011-WEEK 45 AND FORWARD). BEAD PLY SEPARATION AFTER 100,000 MILES. TIRES ARE BLOWING OUT FROM THE BEAD ON BUSES. MICHELIN REPRESENTATIVES HAVE ACKNOWLEDGED TH... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR

31 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
010000 STEERING4
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY3
350000 EQUIPMENT3
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)3
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS2
092200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS2
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER2
FS-2020-04 Jul 2, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
During the review of the coolant sensor circuit in some buses, it was determined that the 10 Amp circuit breaker currently utilized in this circuit should be replaced with a 4 Amp circuit breaker.
FS-2020-04 Jul 2, 2020
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
During the review of the coolant sensor circuit in some buses, it was determined that the 10 Amp circuit breaker currently utilized in this circuit should be replaced with a 4 Amp circuit breaker.
FS-2019-02 May 6, 2019
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Because of a supply issue with the blue hose covering, Eaton is temporarily making FC-300 hose using black covering. FC-300 hose assemblies made between October 2018 to May 2019 will be affected by this change.
FS-2019-01 Feb 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Because of the high failure rate of the Honeywell/Hobbs 4-lb foot brake pressure switch, we are replacing them with an Index foot brake pressure switch, which has been found to be much more robust.
FS-2019-01 Feb 15, 2019
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Because of the high failure rate of the Honeywell/Hobbs 4-lb foot brake pressure switch, we are replacing them with an Index foot brake pressure switch, which has been found to be much more robust.
FS-2018-02 Jan 10, 2018
010000 STEERING
A procedure to properly adjust the draglink so the socket won't over articulate, causing increased wear.
FS-2018-01 Jan 5, 2018
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
It was found that an earlier Bulletin spec'd bolts that could be too long due to variances in bolt shoulder length, so this bulletin was written to make sure bolt attachments were correct.
FS-2018-01 Jan 5, 2018
010000 STEERING
It was found that an earlier Bulletin spec'd bolts that could be too long due to variances in bolt shoulder length, so this bulletin was written to make sure bolt attachments were correct.
FS-2017-05 Aug 22, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This field service bulletin is instructing vehicle owners and aftermarket part purchasers to remove the "Duck Bill" valves in the rear run box to prevent water intrapment, which can contribute to corrosion of some components. Owners are ask
Upgrade_Letter Aug 8, 2017
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
This field service bulletin informs vehicle owners and aftermarket part purchasers that Gillig will be sending them parts and service instructions to upgrade the electric power steering pump systems on certain BAE Hybrid Low Floor buses. Th
FS-2017-04 Jul 28, 2017
092200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
This field service bulletin is informing vehicle owners and aftermarket part purchasers that the Pressure Relief Device (PRD) vent tube caps on Agility CNG systems are important to maintain to help prevent moisture and/or debris from causin
FS-2017-04 Jul 28, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This field service bulletin is informing vehicle owners and aftermarket part purchasers that the Pressure Relief Device (PRD) vent tube caps on Agility CNG systems are important to maintain to help prevent moisture and/or debris from causin
FS-2017-03 Jul 6, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
This field service bulletin is informing vehicle owners and aftermarket part purchasers that Neway?, a SAF-HOLLAND? division, has identified some suspension installation and monitoring issues on the ADLSD-120 suspension used on 29' Gillig b
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
010000 STEERING
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
010000 STEERING
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-06 Dec 20, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Gillig has received reports of partial cracking in the steering gear mounting plate in some Low Floor buses. We are now requesting that owners of all Low Floor buses from model year 1997 through June, 2015 inspect the steering gear mounting
FS-2016-05 Sep 14, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES NEW INFORMATION FROM BORG WARNER (DELCO) REVISING THE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE FOR STARTER B+ CABLE MAINTENANCE AND TORQUE VALUES.
FS-2016-04 Sep 9, 2016
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN MODIFIES AND CLARIFIES THE COOLANT FILL PROCEDURE ON ALL BAE HYBRID BUSES.
FS-2016-03 Sep 8, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING INSTALLATION OF A NEW WIRING HARNESS AND MOTOR (IF NECESSARY) TO PREVENT THE OCCURANCE OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS THAT WILL NOT ?PARK? PROPERLY AFTER OPERATION.
FS-2016-03 Sep 8, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING INSTALLATION OF A NEW WIRING HARNESS AND MOTOR (IF NECESSARY) TO PREVENT THE OCCURANCE OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS THAT WILL NOT ?PARK? PROPERLY AFTER OPERATION.
FS-2016-02 Apr 20, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL NON-HYBRID LOW FLOOR BUSES WITH 480 VOLT HVAC SYSTEMS. IT ADVISES INSTALLATION OF A LOCKOUT MECHANISM FOR THE BATTERY DISCONNECT SYSTEM. DETAILS ARE PROVIDED ON HOW TO OBTAIN A LOCKOUT PADLOCK FROM
FS-2016-01 Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES WITH SKF AIR DRYERS. IT WARNS AGAINST THE USE OF NON-SKF CARTRIDGES IN SKF AIR DRYERS AND RECOMMENDS ONLY USING GENUINE SKF CARTRIDGES.
FS-2015-02 May 20, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES. IT ADVISES ON THE NECESSITY OF MAINTAINING PROPER RIDE HEIGHT AND PROVIDES CURRENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES.
FS-2014-02 Apr 24, 2014
092200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES WITH AEROQUIP FC-300 COOLANT HOSES. EATON AEROQUIP HAS RECENTLY DETERMINED THAT NEWER COOLANTS CONTAINING OAT (ORGANIC ACID TECHNOLOGY) ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THEIR FC300 HOSE MATE
FS-2014-02 Apr 24, 2014
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES WITH AEROQUIP FC-300 COOLANT HOSES. EATON AEROQUIP HAS RECENTLY DETERMINED THAT NEWER COOLANTS CONTAINING OAT (ORGANIC ACID TECHNOLOGY) ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THEIR FC300 HOSE MATE
FS-2014-01 Apr 23, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES WITH LUMINATOR OR TWIN VISION DESTINATION SIGNS. IT ALERTS OWNERS OF AN OPERATIONAL WARNING ISSUED BY THE SUPPLIER AGAINST UTILIZING THE USB PORT ON THEIR DESTINATION SIGN TO CHARGE
FS-2013-02 Jun 26, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL LOW FLOOR BUSES. IT PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADJUSTING THE FRONT AIR BAGS AFTER AN ALIGNMENT OR FOR RIDE ADJUSTMENT NEEDS.
FS-2013-01 Mar 6, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING WARRANTY PARTS, FILING WARRANTY CLAIMS AND RETURNING WARRANTY PARTS.

NHTSA Safety Investigations, GILLIG LOW FLOOR

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE03007 Opened: Feb 7, 2003 , Closed: Feb 24, 2003
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1998
POWER CABLE GROUNDING
IN LATE OCTOBER 2002, GILLIG CORPORATION RELEASED A FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN ADVISING OWNERS THAT A PROTRUDING BOLT ON THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT (A/C) COULD MAKE CONTACT WITH AN UNINSULATED POWER CABLE END AND POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE.THE REMEDY WAS TO REMOVE THE EXCESS LENGTH FROM THE A/C BOLT.AS A RESU... Read more

GILLIG LOW FLOOR - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the GILLIG LOW FLOOR across all model years (1997, 2026).

314 Total Recalls
8 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

GILLIG LOW FLOOR - Year by Year

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