NHTSA Recall 20V342000
Filed by Gillig, LLC. Component: Suspension. Reported 2020-06-10. An estimated 3,728 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Low Floor buses. The rear suspension lower control rods may experience fatigue failure due to stiffened end bushings.
Risk
If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Gillig will notify owners and provide them with new lower control rods with different bushings, free of charge. This recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.