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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V931000

2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2015 Gillig Low Floor — Fuel system, other

Published December 23, 2016 · Recall initiated: December 23, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V931000, published December 23, 2016. Recalling firm: Gillig, LLC; 2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2015 Gillig Low Floor — Fuel system, other.

What's the hazard

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Low Floor compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses manufactured September 1, 2015, to December 5, 2016, equipped with Amerex SafetyNet fire suppression system panel/controller units. These buses have gas detection electronics that may be disabled without providing the operator with a warning of a system malfunction. Affected display panel/controller units were also provided as replacement parts for warranty claims, part numbers 16389, 24109, 24918, 24926 and 24927.

What to do

Gillig will notify owners, and Amerex representatives will replace the Operator Display Panel/Controllers, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

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Recall details

Brand
GILLIG
Model
LOW FLOOR
Manufacturer
Gillig, LLC
Lot
2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR | 2015 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2015 Gillig Low Floor — Fuel system, other recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V931000 on December 23, 2016. Reported hazard: Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Low Floor compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses manufactured September 1, 2015, to December 5, 2016, equipped with Amerex SafetyNet fire suppression system panel/controller units. These buses have gas detection electronics that may be disabled without providing the operator with a warning of a system malfunction. Affected display panel/controller units were also provided as replacement parts for warranty claims, part numbers 16389, 24109, 24918, 24926 and 24927.

What should I do if I have this product?

Gillig will notify owners, and Amerex representatives will replace the Operator Display Panel/Controllers, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: GILLIG. Model: LOW FLOOR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)