CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2016 Low Floor transit buses manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 26, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
- Risk
- Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gillig service centers or the fleet services for the bus owners will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Note: Gillig is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
- 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 2016 Gillig Low Floor transit buses built between May 26, 2016 and September 26, 2016 may have insufficient grease at the axle wheel ends. Over time, this can lead to wheel bearing failure.
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash. Gillig is advising that buses with the affected axles be removed from service until the recall has been completed.
The repair is free. Gillig service centers or fleet services will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as needed. Owners can contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500, and should check their vehicle identification number for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gillig LOW Floor | 2016 |
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