Power train: axle assemblyRecall 16V-701 · 2016 Gillig LOW Floor
Gillig LLC recall 16V-701 covers 143 2016 Gillig LOW Floor for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on September 29, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 16V701000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2016 Low Floor transit buses manufactured May 26, 2016, to September 26, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
The risk
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gillig service centers or the fleet services for the bus owners will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Note: Gillig is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 26, 2016 to September 26, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.