Gillig problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 3 safety complaints with NHTSA about Gillig vehicles in our database, and Gillig has issued 70 recall campaigns. Pick a model to see its problem areas and worst model years.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 70
- Models
- 5
Gillig models with the most complaints
- 2 complaints
All Gillig models
| Model | Years | Complaints | Recalls | Most complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillig LOW Floor | 2005–2026 | 2 | 68 | — |
| Gillig 29 Foot LOW Floor | 2008 | 1 | 0 | — |
| Gillig BRT | 2020–2021 | 0 | 1 | — |
| Gillig LOW Floor 29 Foot | 2011–2022 | 0 | 2 | — |
| Gillig LOW Floor Electric | 2020–2021 | 0 | 2 | — |
Recent Gillig recalls
Risk: Referencing an incorrect GAWR can lead to unintentionally overloading the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A damaged fuel line may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: Reduced capacity may cause the cable to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: Damaged axle components can decrease stability or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A window that opens during a crash may not properly retain passengers, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the battery contactors may open suddenly and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A monitor that detaches and falls from the ceiling increases the risk of injury.
Risk: Failure of the fire suppression system can increase the risk of injury during a fire.
Risk: Failure to alert the operator to a power cable issue can increase the risk of injury by electrical shock.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology