The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17V099000·Announced 2017-02-14

Gillig Recalls 2016-2017 Low Floor Buses for Turn Signal Visibility

Gillig is recalling 2,787 Low Floor transit buses because front LED turn signals may not be visible enough to other drivers or pedestrians.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (increased crash risk due to reduced visibility) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Gillig LLC is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The recall involves 2,787 vehicles equipped with front LED turn signals that have integrated side reflex reflectors. These components may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians, causing the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The reduced visibility of the turn signals and reflectors increases the risk of a crash. Gillig will notify owners and replace the LED turn signal/reflector units free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on March 31, 2017.

Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. They may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
GILLIG LOW FLOOR
Brand
GILLIG
Manufacturer
Gillig LLC
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
2,787

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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