NHTSA recall 07V259000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Gillig Low Floor and 1 more
Reported Jun 7, 2007291 vehicles affectedGILLIG CORPORATIONBuilt Mar 1, 2007 – May 29, 2007
The defect
On certain transit buses, the hydraulic hose located in the engine compartment was manufactured incorrectly which could cause a hydraulic fluid leak.
The risk
Hydraulic fluid leakage could lead to a loss of fluid which could affect vehicle steering or create the conditions for a potential engine compartment fire.
The remedy
Gillig will provide correct hoses to their customers for replacement or will replace the hoses for them. the recall began on june 27, 2007. owners may contact gillig at 1-510-785-1500.