CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Gillig LOW Floor has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2017 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.
Fuel leak from rail can cause fire risk
The sealing washer on the high pressure fuel rail assembly may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, which can allow fuel to leak from the rail.
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.
Transit Bus May Lose Drive Power Unexpectedly
Certain 2017-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with Allison transmission hybrid drive units may have pressure switches that can fail.
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.
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.
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.
2017 Gillig LOW Floor questions
Does the 2017 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2017 Gillig LOW Floor: Engine May Start Unexpectedly During Maintenance; Fuel leak from rail can cause fire risk; 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. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Gillig LOW Floor has been fixed?
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