Gillig, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V219000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V219000 by Gillig, Llc. Affecting model year 2013-2015 low floor transit buses manufactured july 8, 2013, to february 7, 2015 and equipped with disc brakes Includes 623 affected units, Air Brake Hoses may Rub Causing Air Leak, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2013-2015 low floor transit buses manufactured july 8, 2013, to february 7, 2015 and equipped with disc brakes

Defect Summary

Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 low floor transit buses manufactured july 8, 2013, to february 7, 2015 and equipped with disc brakes. the front left and right brake air hoses that connect to the brake chamber may touch and rub against the air bag suspension towers.

Corrective Action

Gillig has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake hoses with shorter ones that will not contact the suspension tower, free of charge. the recall began on april 28, 2015. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V219000

Manufacturer: Gillig, Llc

Report Received Date: 2015-04-14T00:00:00

Subject: Air brake hoses may rub causing air leak

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 623

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 low floor transit buses manufactured july 8, 2013, to february 7, 2015 and equipped with disc brakes. the front left and right brake air hoses that connect to the brake chamber may touch and rub against the air bag suspension towers.

Consequence Summary: If the front brake hoses rub the air bag suspension tower, a hole may develop and the resulting air leak may reduce the brake air pressure, lengthening the distance needed to stop the transit bus and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Gillig has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake hoses with shorter ones that will not contact the suspension tower, free of charge. the recall began on april 28, 2015. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 73.35

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NHTSA ID: 15V219000

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Created At: 1742808662

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