repaired · 2024 Q1
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. The engine may be started unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to anyone nearby the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
2016 Gillig LOW FloorProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2016 Gillig LOW Floor, most often about the tires. It is covered by 20 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-392 the manufacturer reports only 23% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Gillig LOW Floor has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
20 recalls
2016 Gillig LOW Floor recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. With the improper circuit breaker rating, an electrical short in either of these circuits may increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. A loss of headlights can reduce the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q2
Link: connection
Risk. If the ball stud is insufficiently tightened, the ball stud may wear, resulting in reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Emergency: escape/egress/exit
Risk. An obstructed emergency exit can hinder passengers from vacating the bus in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Conventional: air
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2019 Q4
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. The mismatched flashing may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. The reduced visibility of the turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist will cause the need for increased steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Suspension
Risk. An unexpected loss of suspension air bag pressure while driving would result in an abrupt reduction in suspension height, potentially increasing the risk of a…
repaired · 2018 Q2
Visibility/wiper
Risk. A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. The reduced visibility of the turn signals may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. A bus that has reduced visibility to other drivers or pedestrians has an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Fuel system, other
Risk. If not corrected, the fire suppression systems on certain CNG-powered buses may fail to indicate the presence of a natural gas (methane) leak.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Power train: axle assembly
Do not driveRisk. Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brake(s) to lock up unexpectedly, or fail to operate when the brakes are applied.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Risk. Flashing brake lights may cause confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Visibility: glass, side/rear
Risk. Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Gillig.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other LOW Floor year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the LOW Floor median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What LOW Floor owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
MICHELIN 305/85R22.5 XZU3 (J) SAME FAILURES THAT CAUSED THE VOLUNTARY RECALL OF 2012. ALL REMAINING PRODUCTION DATES AFTER THE RECALL (2011-WEEK 45 AND FORWARD). BEAD PLY SEPARATION AFTER 100,000 MILES. TIRES ARE BLOWING OUT FROM THE BEAD ON BUSES. MICHELIN REPRESENTATIVES HAVE ACKNOWLEDGED THAT…
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