Gillig Recalls
116 recalls on record · May 18, 1970 to March 26, 2026 · Vehicle Equipment, Vehicles
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Count of recall notices naming this brand, by the year the recall was announced. A quiet year is not proof of a safe year.
April 23, 2021VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2020–2021 Structure recall
Hazard: An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.
July 2, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2013–2020 Steering recall
Hazard: A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of crash.
June 12, 2020Vehicle EquipmentNHTSA
Gillig Suspension recall
Hazard: If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 10, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2018–2020 Suspension recall
Hazard: If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
April 29, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2018–2020 Fuel System, Other recall
Hazard: If the fuel system ruptures from exposure to heat, there may be an increased risk of injury.
March 25, 2020VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2012–2020 Electrical System recall
Hazard: With the improper circuit breaker rating, an electrical short in either of these circuits may increase the risk of a fire.
June 14, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2018–2019 Structure recall
Hazard: If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.
March 8, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2014–2019 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: A loss of headlights can reduce the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
January 28, 2019VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016–2018 Steering recall
Hazard: If the ball stud is insufficiently tightened, the ball stud may wear, resulting in reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of crash.
December 12, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016–2017 Structure recall
Hazard: An obstructed emergency exit can hinder passengers from vacating the bus in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
November 9, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2013–2018 Parking Brake recall
Hazard: Loose cage bolts may result in the bus rolling away when in the park position or a loss of braking ability if the service brake air pressure is lost while moving. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
September 25, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2017–2018 Power Train recall
Hazard: A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
August 9, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2012–2018 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: The mismatched flashing may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 20, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2001–2018 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: The reduced visibility of the turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
September 8, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2013–2016 Steering recall
Hazard: A loss of power steering assist will cause the need for increased steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
August 23, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016–2017 Seat Belts recall
Hazard: If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
April 19, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2015–2016 Suspension recall
Hazard: An unexpected loss of suspension air bag pressure while driving would result in an abrupt reduction in suspension height, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of suspension air bag pressure could also occur during vehicle servicing, increasing the risk of injury to maintenance personnel.
March 9, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016–2017 Visibility/Wiper recall
Hazard: A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
February 24, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 1997–2017 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: The reduced visibility of the turn signals may increase the risk of a crash.
February 14, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016–2017 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: A bus that has reduced visibility to other drivers or pedestrians has an increased risk of a crash.
December 23, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2015–2016 Fuel System, Other recall
Hazard: If not corrected, the fire suppression systems on certain CNG-powered buses may fail to indicate the presence of a natural gas (methane) leak. In such cases, the driver will not receive a fault code indicating that the Gas Detection electronics have been disabled. This may increase the risk of asphyxiation, fire, or explosion.
September 29, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016 Power Train recall
Hazard: Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
September 14, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2014–2016 Service Brakes, Air recall
Hazard: A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brake(s) to lock up unexpectedly, or fail to operate when the brakes are applied. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
June 21, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2012–2016 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: Flashing brake lights may cause confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
May 18, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2016 Visibility recall
Hazard: Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
January 13, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2010–2015 Seats recall
Hazard: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
December 30, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2014–2015 Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
Hazard: Corrosion, part deterioration, or frozen water in the brake chamber may reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
July 1, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2010–2015 Electrical System recall
Hazard: If the electrical power cable rubs against the injector fuel line, the cable may short circuit or the fuel line may leak fuel. Either possibility increases the risk of a fire.
May 19, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2014–2015 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: If the bracket is inadequately bonded, it may detach from the body, preventing the stop and turn lights from being visible to following vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
May 5, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
Gillig 2010–2015 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Hazard: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.