Recall 19V193000: 2014–2019 Gillig LOW Floor
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 8, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 965
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Low Floor buses. Uncovered electrical terminals in the headlight power circuit may short circuit to ground, causing a loss of headlights.
The risk
A loss of headlights can reduce the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gillig has notified owners, and dealers will install new back covers on the headlight buckets, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Gillig LOW Floor
- 2015 Gillig LOW Floor
- 2016 Gillig LOW Floor
- 2017 Gillig LOW Floor
- 2018 Gillig LOW Floor
- 2019 Gillig LOW Floor
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V193000
- Manufacturer
- Gillig LLC
- Owner letters
- Apr 1, 2019
- Components
- Exterior lighting:headlights (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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