Gillig Low Floor recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gillig, LLC recalls 2010–2015 Gillig Low Floor

Recall number

16V011000

Brand / firm

Gillig

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6,734 units

Why it was recalled

If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Low Floor transit buses manufactured April 1, 2010 to October 30, 2015, equipped with Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.

What to do

Gillig will notify the owners, and dealers will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.