The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23V740000·Announced 2023-11-03

Gillig Recalls 2019-2023 Low Floor Buses Due to Driveshaft Separation Risk

Gillig is recalling 2019-2023 Low Floor transit buses because the transmission yoke may separate, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

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 (transmission yoke separation) that can lead to a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash and passenger injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Gillig, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2023 Low Floor transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where the transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.

A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Gillig will work with the equipment manufacturer, Allison Transmission Inc., to inspect and tighten the transmission yoke bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 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
4,286

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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