CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Gillig LOW Floor has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2018 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.
Rear suspension rods can fail, reducing bus stability
Certain 2018 to 2020 Gillig Low Floor buses may have rear suspension lower control rods that develop fatigue failure.
CNG Tank Pressure Relief Valve May Fail in Heat, Risking Rupture
Certain 2018-2020 Gillig Low Floor transit buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) may have a thermally activated pressure relief device (PRD) that does not vent the fuel system when exposed to heat.
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.
Glass Roof Hatch May Shatter, Dropping Fragments on Riders
Certain 2018 and 2019 Gillig Low Floor buses are equipped with a batch of glass roof hatches that may fail.
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.
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.
2018 Gillig LOW Floor questions
Does the 2018 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2018 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; Rear suspension rods can fail, reducing bus stability; CNG Tank Pressure Relief Valve May Fail in Heat, Risking Rupture. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Gillig LOW Floor has been fixed?
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