Recall
Gillig Brt — 21V291000
NHTSA ID
21V291000
Make
Gillig
Model
Brt
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2021-04-23
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Units Affected
229
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 29, 35, 40-foot Low Floor and BRT buses powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The overlap between the curb side and street side roof doors is insufficient and may allow the street side door to accidentally open.
Consequence
An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new locking plate, overlap bracket, and mounting hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owner may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.