Gillig, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V119000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V119000 by Gillig, Llc. Affecting model year 1997-2017 low floor transit buses Includes 17,056 affected units, Visibilty of Turn Signals/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 1997-2017 low floor transit buses

Defect Summary

Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 1997-2017 low floor transit buses. the front turn signals installed on standard profile (non-brt) buses may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install turn signals that have increased visibility. the recall began june 7, 2019. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V119000

Manufacturer: Gillig, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-02-24T00:00:00

Subject: Visibilty of turn signals/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 17,056

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 1997-2017 low floor transit buses. the front turn signals installed on standard profile (non-brt) buses may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: The reduced visibility of the turn signals may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install turn signals that have increased visibility. the recall began june 7, 2019. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 39.6

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NHTSA ID: 17V119000

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