Gillig, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2016
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Gillig, LLC in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.
You can also see similar information for other manufacturers.
Data Source: NHTSA.
December 23, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Gas Detection System Malfunction
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 be disabled without providing the operator with a warning of a system malfunction. Affected display panel/controller units were also provided as replacement parts for warranty claims, part numbers 16389, 24109, 24918, 24926 and 24927.
NHTSA ID: 16V931000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 451
Consequence Summary:
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 asphyxiation, fire, or explosion.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.16
September 29, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Insufficient Grease at Axle Wheel Ends
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.
NHTSA ID: 16V701000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 143
Consequence Summary:
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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 axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 14, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Brake Hoses can Rub on the Chassis and Fray
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.
NHTSA ID: 16V662000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 34
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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 1-800-735-1500.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 73.53
June 21, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Stop Lamp Activation/FMVSS 108
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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V451000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 112
Consequence Summary:
Flashing brake lights may cause confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.36
May 18, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Driver's Window may Block too Much Light/FMVSS 205
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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
NHTSA ID: 16V320000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 34
Consequence Summary:
Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 13, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Missing J-Bracket Welds on Bus Operator Seat
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Low Floor transit buses manufactured April 1, 2010 to October 30, 2015, equipped with Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.
NHTSA ID: 16V011000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,734
Consequence Summary:
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Gillig will notify the owners, and dealers will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 25.68
Popular Topics:
Find us
Copyright © Beautify Data LLC. All Rights Reserved.