Gillig, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Gillig, LLC in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 12, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Blocked Emergency Exit May Hinder Passenger Exit
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 (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 18V886000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 30
Consequence Summary:
An obstructed emergency exit can hinder passengers from vacating the bus in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 11, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fire Suppression System May Not Discharge
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain Fire Extinguishers, model number 83-133002-500 with part numbers 421220-11, 421220-12, 421220-21, 421220-22 and 424766, sold by Gillig as aftermarket parts. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.
NHTSA ID: 18E113000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 33
Consequence Summary:
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Gillig will notify owners, and Kidde will replace fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Kidde customer service at 1-252-237-7004 or Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 24.24
November 9, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loose Spring Cage Bolts may Cause Vehicle Rollaway
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.
NHTSA ID: 18V789000
Component: PARKING BRAKE
# of Units Affected: 4,469
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 53.75
September 25, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Drive from Broken Transmission Switch
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.
NHTSA ID: 18V665000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 90
Consequence Summary:
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Gillig will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2018. Owners may contact Allison Transmission at 1-800-252-5283 or Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.22
August 9, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect Turn Signal Flash Pattern/FMVSS 108
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 Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V511000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 178
Consequence Summary:
The mismatched flashing may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.57
June 20, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Turn Signal Flashing Rate Incorrect/FMVSS 108
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, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V418000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 25,579
Consequence Summary:
The reduced visibility of the turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 23.2
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