Recall 16V701000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY Defect in 2016-2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
RECALL This recall affects up to 143 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V701000 |
| Manufacturer | Gillig LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 143 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2016 Low Floor transit buses manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 26, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
Safety Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig service centers or the fleet services for the bus owners will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Note: Gillig is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
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