The 2021 Gillig LOW Floor has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2021 Gillig LOW Floor recalls
Fuel Hoses May Separate, Causing Leaks, Stalls and Fire Risk
The remote fuel filter hoses on these transit buses may separate from their fitting.
Fuel Line May Be Damaged by Air Intake Pipe, Risking Fire
On certain transit buses, the air compressor intake pipe can rub against and damage the diesel fuel line.
Bus Display Monitor Can Fall From Ceiling, Risking Injury
The fasteners that attach the TFT flat panel display monitor to the bus ceiling are rivet-nut fasteners that may fail.
Damaged Fire Suppression Wiring Can Fail in a Fire
A wiring cable that powers the fire suppression system on these transit buses may be damaged.
Wrong fuse in mirror system can overheat and cause fire
Some 2021-2023 Gillig Low Floor buses may have been built with an incorrect fuse in the electric rearview mirror adjustment system.
Transit Bus Driveshaft May Separate, Causing Power Loss
Certain 2019-2023 Gillig Low Floor transit buses may have a transmission yoke that can separate, which can cause the driveshaft to come apart and the bus to suddenly lose drive power.
Battery Coolant Leak Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire
Certain 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor buses equipped with Cummins BP74E traction battery packs may develop an internal coolant leak.
Buses May Unexpectedly Shift to Neutral, Causing Loss of Power
Certain 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor electric transit buses may have a resolver cable connector that can lose electrical connectivity.
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 near engine can cause fire
Certain 2020-2021 Gillig Low Floor buses with Cummins L9 diesel engines may have a fuel hose between the fuel pump and the remote fuel filter head that can leak.
Excess ammonia in exhaust can increase injury risk
The engine calibration software controlling how Diesel Exhaust Fluid is injected can allow excessive ammonia to be released through the tailpipe.
Rear axle may misalign, risking loss of bus control
Certain 2020 and 2021 Gillig Low Floor buses, including diesel, CNG, and battery electric models, may have a rear axle that comes out of alignment during operation.
Roof door may open unexpectedly, risking a crash
Certain 2020-2021 Gillig 29, 35 and 40-foot Low Floor and BRT buses powered by compressed natural gas have a roof hatch problem.
2021 Gillig LOW Floor questions
Does the 2021 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2021 Gillig LOW Floor: Fuel Hoses May Separate, Causing Leaks, Stalls and Fire Risk; Fuel Line May Be Damaged by Air Intake Pipe, Risking Fire; Bus Display Monitor Can Fall From Ceiling, Risking Injury; Damaged Fire Suppression Wiring Can Fail in a Fire; Wrong fuse in mirror system can overheat and cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Gillig LOW Floor has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.