CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Gillig LOW Floor has 17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2013 Gillig LOW Floor recalls
Emergency Window Latch May Fail in a Crash
Certain 2013 Gillig Low Floor transit buses have an emergency exit window latch that may fail.
Bus steering may lose power assist, raising crash risk
Certain hybrid and all-electric Low Floor buses use a high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic pump to provide power steering assist.
Wrong circuit breakers can overheat wiring and cause a fire
On certain Gillig Low Floor buses, the circuit breaker ratings on the DEF line heater circuit and the aftertreatment-ignition circuit may be higher than the rating of the wire and connector in those circuits.
Loose Brake Bolts Can Let Bus Roll or Lose Braking
Certain Gillig Low Floor transit buses from model years 2013 through 2018, equipped with disc brakes, may have spring cage bolts on the air brakes that are not sufficiently tightened.
Turn Signals May Flash Mismatched, Confusing Other Drivers
Certain 2012-2018 Gillig Low Floor buses have front and rear turn signals that may flash at different rates.
Slow Turn Signals Can Reduce Visibility and Raise Crash Risk
Certain Gillig Low Floor transit buses may have turn signals that flash too slowly.
Steering assist can fail, making buses harder to steer
On certain 2013-2016 Gillig Low Floor buses with electro-hydraulic power steering, the coupler connecting the high-voltage electric motor to the hydraulic steering pump may fail.
Front turn signals may be hard to see, raising crash risk
Certain Gillig Low Floor transit buses have front turn signals that may not be visible enough to other drivers or pedestrians.
Brake lights may flash unexpectedly, confusing other drivers
Certain Gillig Lowfloor diesel-electric hybrid buses from model years 2012 through 2016, manufactured between March 6, 2012 and June 7, 2016, have stop lamp activation that may inadvertently cause the rear brake lights to flash.
Driver seat belt may separate in a crash
Some transit buses built between 2010 and 2015 with Recaro Ergo-M driver seats may have J-Brackets that are missing welds.
Buses May Catch Fire From Chafing Fuel Wiring
The grid heater electrical power cable on these transit buses is routed so it may rub against a fuel injector hard line.
Oil Leak Can Ignite Hot Engine Parts, Causing Fire
Excess pressure inside the engine crankcase can cause a vent tube elbow to detach from the crankcase breather.
Front Brake Hoses May Rub and Cause Air Leak
Some 2013-2015 Gillig Low Floor transit buses, built between July 8, 2013 and February 7, 2015 and equipped with air disc brakes, may have front left and right brake air hoses that touch and rub against the air bag suspension towers.
2013 Gillig LOW Floor questions
Does the 2013 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2013 Gillig LOW Floor: Emergency Window Latch May Fail in a Crash; Bus steering may lose power assist, raising crash risk; Wrong circuit breakers can overheat wiring and cause a fire; Loose Brake Bolts Can Let Bus Roll or Lose Braking; Turn Signals May Flash Mismatched, Confusing Other Drivers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Gillig LOW Floor has been fixed?
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