CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Gillig LOW Floor has 20 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).
2016 Gillig LOW Floor recalls
Engine May Start Unexpectedly During Maintenance
Certain 2014-2021 Gillig Low Floor transit buses have rear-mounted ultracapacitors that may allow the engine to start even when the master battery disconnect switch is in the OFF position.
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.
Headlights May Cut Out Due to Exposed Wiring
Some Gillig Low Floor buses from model years 2014 through 2019 have uncovered electrical terminals in the headlight power circuit.
Loose steering link can wear, reducing control and raising crash risk
Certain 2016-2018 Gillig Low Floor buses may have a steering drag link ball stud that was not properly tightened.
Bus emergency exit may be blocked, delaying escape
Some 2016-2017 Gillig Low Floor transit buses may have an emergency exit window that is difficult to use in an emergency.
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.
Seat Belt Buckle May Stick Shut, Preventing Latching
Certain transit buses with Recaro commercial bus driver seats may have a front seat belt buckle that becomes stuck in the locked position.
Suspension Air Loss Can Cause Sudden Bus Drop
Certain 2015-2016 Gillig Low Floor transit buses have suspension kneeling modules where snap rings on the solenoid valve pistons may not have been fully seated during assembly.
Cracked wiper arms can fail and block driver view
Certain 2016-2017 Gillig Low Floor transit buses have wiper arms that can crack where they attach to the wiper motor.
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.
Front turn signals may be hard to see, raising crash risk
Certain 2016 and 2017 low-floor transit buses have front LED turn signals with built-in side reflectors that may not be bright or visible enough to other drivers and pedestrians.
Gas leak detection may fail silently on CNG buses
Certain 2015-2016 Gillig Low Floor compressed natural gas transit buses may have a fire suppression system panel whose gas detection electronics can be disabled without warning the operator.
Bus Axle May Lack Grease, Risking Wheel Bearing Failure and Crash
Certain 2016 Gillig Low Floor transit buses built between May 26, 2016 and September 26, 2016 may have insufficient grease at the axle wheel ends.
Rear brake hoses can fray, causing brakes to lock or fail
Certain 2014-2016 Gillig 29-foot Low Floor transit buses, built between November 20, 2014 and February 11, 2016 and equipped with disc brakes, have rear brake hoses that can rub against chassis components and fray.
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 Window May Block Light, Reducing Visibility and Crash Risk
Certain 2016 Gillig Low Floor vehicles built between March 3, 2016 and April 21, 2016 have a driver's side window that may block too much light.
Most common 2016 Gillig LOW Floor problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
MICHELIN 305/85R22.5 XZU3 (J) SAME FAILURES THAT CAUSED THE VOLUNTARY RECALL OF 2012. ALL REMAINING PRODUCTION DATES AFTER THE RECALL (2011-WEEK 45 AND FORWARD). BEAD PLY SEPARATION AFTER 100,000 MILES. TIRES ARE BLOWING OUT FROM THE BEAD ON BUSES. MICHELIN REPRESENTATIVES HAVE ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM AND INSTRUCTED US TO REMOVE ALL 2011 (POST RECALL) /2012 / 2013 TIRES FROM FLEET. THIS IS DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE.
2016 Gillig LOW Floor questions
Does the 2016 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 20 safety recalls for the 2016 Gillig LOW Floor: Engine May Start Unexpectedly During Maintenance; Bus steering may lose power assist, raising crash risk; Wrong circuit breakers can overheat wiring and cause a fire; Headlights May Cut Out Due to Exposed Wiring; Loose steering link can wear, reducing control and raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Gillig LOW Floor?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Gillig LOW Floor has been fixed?
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