NHTSA Campaign 18V789000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Issued by Gillig LLC · Reported Nov 9, 2018 · 4,469 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2013 4,469
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2014 4,469
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2015 4,469
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2016 4,469
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2017 4,469
GILLIG LOW FLOOR 2018 4,469

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V789000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.