Gillig, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2020

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 5 safety recalls made by Gillig, LLC in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.

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July 2, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Loss of Power Steering Assist

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 of hydraulic power steering assist.

NHTSA ID: 20V392000

Component: STEERING

# of Units Affected: 531

Consequence Summary:

A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of crash.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 54.8

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June 12, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Rear Suspension LowerControl Rod Failure

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain aftermarket rear suspension lower control rods, part number 82-74712-000. The rear suspension lower control rods may experience fatigue failure due to stiffened end bushings.

NHTSA ID: 20E035000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 6,353

Consequence Summary:

If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Gillig will notify purchasers of the aftermarket part, and provide owners with new lower control rods with different bushings, free of charge. This recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 76.52

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June 10, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Rear Suspension Lower Control Rod Failure

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Low Floor buses. The rear suspension lower control rods may experience fatigue failure due to stiffened end bushings.

NHTSA ID: 20V342000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 3,728

Consequence Summary:

If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Gillig will notify owners and provide them with new lower control rods with different bushings, free of charge. This recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 60.09

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April 29, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Pressure Relief Devices May Not Vent/FMVSS 304

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Low Floor transit buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The thermally activated pressure relief device (PRD) installed on the CNG fuel system may not vent the system when exposed to heat, potentially resulting in the system rupturing.

NHTSA ID: 20V239000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

# of Units Affected: 275

Consequence Summary:

If the fuel system ruptures from exposure to heat, there may be an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Gillig will work with Agility to notify customers and replace the PRDs, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Agility customer service at 1-949-267-7745 or Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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March 25, 2020

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrect Circuit Breaker can Result in Short

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.

NHTSA ID: 20V179000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 8,224

Consequence Summary:

With the improper circuit breaker rating, an electrical short in either of these circuits may increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 80.71

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