Gillig/fail engine turbocharger
Defect Summary
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engine, the turbocharger compressor wheel can break, resulting in shaft imbalance and lubricating oil passes into the exhaust system.
Safety Consequence
This can result in an engine compartment fire, possibly resulting in personal injuries.
Corrective Action
Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will install an exhaust temperature sensor and reprogram the emc calibration. gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. owners should contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or gillig at 510-785-1500.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Gillig, Llc or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 04V470000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V470000?
NHTSA recall 04V470000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on September 24, 2004. It addresses: Gillig/fail engine turbocharger. The recall affects approximately 323 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V470000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.