Report Date
Jul 2, 2020
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Affected Vehicles
8
Defect Description
Gillig, LLC. (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2020 hybrid and all-electric Low Floor buses equipped with a steering system that uses a high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic pump assembly to provide power steering assist. The shaft coupling between the motor and pump may fail and cause a loss of hydraulic power steering assist.
Safety Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 13, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2014 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2015 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2016 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2017 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2018 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2019 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
| 2020 | GILLIG | LOW FLOOR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.