NHTSA recall 22V801000
Steering
Gillig Low Floor
Reported Oct 24, 2022388 vehicles affectedGillig, LLC
The defect
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2022 Low Floor transit buses. The steering shaft grease fitting may contact and damage the protective shroud.
The risk
Contact between the steering shaft grease fitting and shroud can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Gillig will install a low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.