The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·14V358000·Announced 2014-06-23

Gillig Recalls Low Floor Transit Buses Due to Oil Hose Fire Risk

Gillig is recalling 2007-2014 Low Floor transit buses because an oil sampling hose may leak near hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (improper hose routing) that creates a significant fire risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Gillig, LLC is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Low Floor transit buses manufactured between September 26, 2007, and January 24, 2014. The recall affects 648 vehicles where the engine oil sampling hose may be routed too closely to hot engine exhaust components.

If the sampling hose leaks oil in the presence of these hot components, there is an increased risk of fire. Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil sampling hose. If the hose is routed too closely, it will be removed, replaced, and rerouted to provide appropriate clearance from the hot components.

The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GILLIG LOW FLOOR
Brand
GILLIG
Manufacturer
Gillig LLC
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
648

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • LOW FLOOR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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