GILLIG 2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
Brand
GILLIG
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Gillig LLC is recalling certain 2016 GILLIG LOW FLOOR vehicles due to parking brake:conventional:air issues. 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 w.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with disk brakes. The spring cage bolts on the air brakes may not be sufficiently tightened, reducing the effectiveness of the parking brake.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the spring cage bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026