2022 Gillig Low Floor: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22V801000 · 388 units potentially affected · filed Oct 24, 2022
What's wrong
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2022 Low Floor transit buses. The steering shaft grease fitting may contact and damage the protective shroud.
Why it matters
Contact between the steering shaft grease fitting and shroud can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gillig will install a low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V801000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Gillig, Llc
- Component
- STEERING
- Units affected
- 388
- Report received
- Oct 24, 2022
- Owner letters
- Dec 2, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Gillig Low Floor 2022