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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 19V059📅 Jan 31, 2019

2016–2018 Gillig LOW Floor recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Low Floor buses. The ball stud of the steering system draglink may not have been properly tightened.

💥 The risk

If the ball stud is insufficiently tightened, the ball stud may wear, resulting in reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of crash.

🔧 The fix

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the ball stud tightness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
19V059000
Manufacturer
Gillig LLC
Vehicles affected
3,659
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Owner phone
1-800-735-1500
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 20, 2019
Built
Nov 29, 2016 – Dec 3, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V059 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V059?

2016–2018 Gillig LOW Floor. 3,659 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Gillig dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-735-1500.