Recall 21V291000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Defect in 2020-2021 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
RECALL This recall affects up to 229 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V291000 |
| Manufacturer | Gillig, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 229 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 29, 35, 40-foot Low Floor and BRT buses powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The overlap between the curb side and street side roof doors is insufficient and may allow the street side door to accidentally open.
Safety Consequence
An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new locking plate, overlap bracket, and mounting hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owner may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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