Recall 21V487000: 2020–2021 Gillig LOW Floor, 2020–2021 Gillig LOW Floor 29 Foot, 2020–2021 Gillig LOW Floor Electric

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 28, 2021
Vehicles affected
86
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

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.

The risk

An improperly aligned rear axle may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
21V487000
Manufacturer
Gillig, LLC
Owner letters
Jul 19, 2021
Components
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly (Suspension)

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