Gillig (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.
Gillig – Roof Door May Accidentally Open
Report Received Date | 04/23/2021 |
NHTSA ID | 21V291000 |
Consequence Summary | An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective Action | 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. |
Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
Potentially Affected | 229 |
Fire Risk When Parked | No |
Do Not Drive | No |
Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V291000) |
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