Recall
Gillig Low Floor — 18V665000
NHTSA ID
18V665000
Make
Gillig
Model
Low Floor
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2018-09-25
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Units Affected
90
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.
Consequence
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2018. Owners may contact Allison Transmission at 1-800-252-5283 or Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.