Gillig, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V175000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V175000 by Gillig, Llc. Includes 31 affected units, TRANSVERSE BEAM/SAF-HOLLAND, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Gillig is recalling 31 my 2007 29 foot low floor transit buses equipped with saf- holland adl series rear suspensions. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Corrective Action

Gillig is working with saf holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. if a weld defect is identified, saf holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). the recall began on april 29, 2008. owners may contact gillig at 1-510-264-5031 or saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V175000

Manufacturer: Gillig, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-04-16T00:00:00

Subject: Transverse beam/saf-holland

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 31

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Gillig is recalling 31 my 2007 29 foot low floor transit buses equipped with saf- holland adl series rear suspensions. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Consequence Summary: If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. in addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.

Corrective Action: Gillig is working with saf holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. if a weld defect is identified, saf holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). the recall began on april 29, 2008. owners may contact gillig at 1-510-264-5031 or saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-waay-vpti_xf6j

NHTSA ID: 08V175000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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