Escape/egress/exit: latching/release systemRecall 25V-868 · 2013 Gillig LOW Floor
Gillig, LLC recall 25V-868 covers 6 2013 Gillig LOW Floor for a escape/egress/exit: latching/release system problem, reported to NHTSA on December 15, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 0% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V868000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013 Low Floor transit buses. The emergency exit window latch may fail, allowing the window to open during a crash. As such, these emergency exit windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
The risk
A window that opens during a crash may not properly retain passengers, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Gillig will work with Arrow to replace the emergency release bar assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 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
0%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 4, 2013 to November 12, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.