Exterior lighting: turn signalRecall 18V-511 · 2012–2018 Gillig LOW Floor
Gillig LLC recall 18V-511 covers 178 2012–2018 Gillig LOW Floor for a exterior lighting: turn signal problem, reported to NHTSA on August 9, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 92% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V511000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Gillig Low Floor vehicles. The front and rear turn signals on these vehicles may flash at different rates, potentially confusing other drivers of the vehicle's intention. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
The mismatched flashing may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gillig will notify the owner of the buses, and dealers will reprogram the turn signals with new software, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
92%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.