Gillig, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2021
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Gillig, LLC in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
September 10, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Shutdown Override Switch May Not Function
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor Battery Electric vehicles equipped with Cummins Electric Drivetrain Systems. When a system shutdown occurs, the high voltage shutdown override switch may not function, with no warning to the driver.
NHTSA ID: 21V705000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 15
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected vehicle shutdown without the ability to override it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and update as necessary, the parameter settings for the protection override switch, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500 or 1-510-264-5073.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 23, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Hose Leak
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 Diesel Engines that have remote Stage 2 fuel filters and pressurized hoses. A fuel leak may occur from the fuel hose between the fuel pump and the remote fuel filter head.
NHTSA ID: 21V563000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 148
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Cummins will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. 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
July 15, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Excessive Ammonia in Tailpipe Exhaust
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 Diesel Engines. The engine calibration software's management of the injection of Diesel Exhaust Fluid can allow excessive ammonia into the tailpipe exhaust.
NHTSA ID: 21V538000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 78
Consequence Summary:
Exposure to high levels of ammonia can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Cummins will recalibrate the engine, free of charge. 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
June 28, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Misaligned Rear Axle
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor Diesel, CNG, and Battery Electric buses. The rear axle may come out of alignment during operation.
NHTSA ID: 21V487000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 86
Consequence Summary:
An improperly aligned rear axle may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Gillig will install a new locknut, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 19, 2021. 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
May 14, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Gillig, LLC. (Gillig) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Low Floor vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V352000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 4,428
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Gillig will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 27, 2021. 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 (%): 71.25
April 23, 2021
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Roof Door May Accidentally Open
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 29, 35, 40-foot Low Floor and BRT buses powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The overlap between the curb side and street side roof doors is insufficient and may allow the street side door to accidentally open.
NHTSA ID: 21V291000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 229
Consequence Summary:
An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will install a new locking plate, overlap bracket, and mounting hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owner 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 (%): 100
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