Gillig Low Floor recalled over possible glass fragments

Recall date

June 14, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gillig, LLC recalls 2018–2019 Gillig Low Floor

Recall number

19V451000

Brand / firm

Gillig

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 25 units

Why it was recalled

If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.

What was recalled

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Low Floor vehicles equipped with a certain batch of glass roof hatches. Temperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter.

What to do

Gillig will notify owners, and the glass hatch manufacturer will provide replacement hatch lids, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.