CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Problem
- Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Low Floor vehicles manufactured November 20, 2014, to June 2, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with front brake chambers with an incorrect drain hole orientation. This can allow water to build up within the brake chamber, causing corrosion, deterioration, and reduce braking ability.
- Risk
- Corrosion, part deterioration, or frozen water in the brake chamber may reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gillig will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain buses built between November 20, 2014 and June 2, 2015 may have front brake chambers installed with the drain hole facing the wrong way. This can let water collect inside the chamber, where it can cause corrosion, deterioration, or freezing, and reduce braking ability.
Reduced braking increases the risk of a crash. Owners should watch for any change in braking performance and contact the manufacturer promptly if they have concerns.
Gillig will notify owners and will replace the brake chambers free of charge. Owners can contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. The recall began March 1, 2016. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gillig LOW Floor | 20142015 |
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