CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Gillig 29-foot Low Floor transit buses manufactured November 20, 2014, to February 11, 2016. These buses, equipped with disc brakes, have rear brake hoses that can rub chassis components and fray.
- Risk
- A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brake(s) to lock up unexpectedly, or fail to operate when the brakes are applied. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gillig will provide fleets new rear brake hoses, fittings, clamps, and hardware along with instructions on how to reorient the hoses using the new fittings, and reimburse them for their labor, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 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 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. A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brakes to lock up unexpectedly or fail to operate when the brakes are applied. Either situation increases the risk of a crash.
Fleet operators will receive new rear brake hoses, fittings, clamps, and hardware, along with instructions for reorienting the hoses using the new fittings. Gillig will also reimburse labor for the work at no cost. The recall began on September 29, 2016.
If you operate or own one of these buses, contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500 to arrange the free remedy, and check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gillig LOW Floor | 201420152016 |
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