Recall
Gillig Low Floor — 17V156000
NHTSA ID
17V156000
Make
Gillig
Model
Low Floor
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2017-03-09
Component
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Units Affected
2,732
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wiper arms, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.