- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses. The high voltage batteries may have loose hardware that can fall inside the battery pack and create a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the battery contactors may open suddenly and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gillig will install new battery fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. 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 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses may have loose hardware in the high voltage traction battery. The hardware can fall inside the battery pack and create a short circuit.
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. The battery contactors may also open suddenly, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should treat this recall as a safety issue and act on it promptly.
The remedy is free. The manufacturer will install new battery fasteners as necessary at no cost. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. To schedule the repair or ask questions, contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gillig LOW Floor | 20232024 |
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