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Gillig 2020–2021 Structure recall

Recalled April 23, 2021 · NHTSA recall 21V291000 · Gillig

Hazard
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.
Units
229 units

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.

What to do

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.

Product
Gillig BRT · Gillig LOW FLOOR
Manufacturer(s)
Gillig, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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