Gillig (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. These vehicles have front LED turn signals with integrated side reflex reflectors that may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Gillig – Visibilty of Turn Signals and Reflectors/FMVSS 108
| Report Received Date | 02/14/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V099000 |
| Consequence Summary | A bus that has reduced visibility to other drivers or pedestrians has an increased risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Gillig will notify owners and will replace the LED turn signal/reflector units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 2787 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V099000) |
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