Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryRecall 22V-276 · 2014–2021 Gillig LOW Floor
Gillig, LLC recall 22V-276 covers 592 2014–2021 Gillig LOW Floor for a electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery problem, reported to NHTSA on April 25, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V276000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Low Floor transit buses. The rear-mounted ultracapacitors may allow the engine to be started when the master battery disconnect switch is in the "OFF" position.
The risk
The engine may be started unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to anyone nearby the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
The fix
Dealers will update the software for the buses equipped with the Vanner Ultracapacitor system, and conduct a hard rewire for the buses equipped with the KBI system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-5073 for 1-800-735-1500.
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
93%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.