CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
- Problem
- Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Low Floor transit buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The thermally activated pressure relief device (PRD) installed on the CNG fuel system may not vent the system when exposed to heat, potentially resulting in the system rupturing.
- Risk
- If the fuel system ruptures from exposure to heat, there may be an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Gillig will work with Agility to notify customers and replace the PRDs, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact Agility customer service at 1-949-267-7745 or 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 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. If this happens, the CNG fuel system could rupture, which may increase the risk of injury.
Owners should contact Agility customer service at 1-949-267-7745 or Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Gillig will work with Agility to replace the pressure relief devices free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020.
If you operate or own one of these buses, check whether your vehicle is covered by this recall and arrange the free replacement as soon as possible. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gillig LOW Floor | 201820192020 |
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