Gillig Low Floor recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gillig, LLC recalls 2010–2015 Gillig Low Floor

Recall number

15V420000

Brand / firm

Gillig

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6,971 units

Why it was recalled

If the electrical power cable rubs against the injector fuel line, the cable may short circuit or the fuel line may leak fuel. Either possibility increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Low Floor transit buses manufactured April 13, 2010, to June 12, 2015. Due to the routing of the grid heater electrical power cable, the cable may chafe against a fuel injector hard line.

What to do

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the grid heater power cable/hard injector fuel line for wear, and will properly route and support the grid heater power cable, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2015. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.