Gillig Low Floor recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 18, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gillig, LLC recalls 2016 Gillig Low Floor

Recall number

16V320000

Brand / firm

Gillig

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 34 units

Why it was recalled

Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016 Low Floor vehicles manufactured March 3, 2016, to April 21, 2016. The driver's side window on the affected vehicles may block too much light, thereby decreasing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

What to do

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install compliant driver's windows, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.