2015 Gillig Low Floor | 2013 Gillig Low Floor | 2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2014 Gillig Low Floor — Steering: electric power assist system
Published September 12, 2017 · Recall initiated: September 8, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V559000, published September 12, 2017 and initiated September 8, 2017. Recalling firm: Gillig, LLC; 2015 Gillig Low Floor | 2013 Gillig Low Floor | 2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2014 Gillig Low Floor — Steering: electric power assist system.
What's the hazard
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Hybrid and all Electric Low Floor buses with electro-hydraulic power steering assist. The coupler between the high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic steering pump shafts may fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
What to do
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 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
- 2015 GILLIG LOW FLOOR | 2013 GILLIG LOW FLOOR | 2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR | 2014 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Gillig Low Floor | 2013 Gillig Low Floor | 2016 Gillig Low Floor | 2014 Gillig Low Floor — Steering: electric power assist system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V559000 on September 12, 2017. Reported hazard: Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Hybrid and all Electric Low Floor buses with electro-hydraulic power steering assist. The coupler between the high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic steering pump shafts may fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
What should I do if I have this product?
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 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.