Recall 04V-485: 2003–2004 Gillig LOW Floor, 2004 Gillig Phantom
GILLIG CORPORATION recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 7, 2004, covering about 149 vehicles.
The problem
On certain phantom and low floor transit buses equipped with cummins 8.3l and 8.9l isc and isl diesel engines, oil can leak into the engine compartment from a crack in the cup plug.
The risk
Oil leakage on a hot engine can result in an engine compartment fire, possibly resulting in injuries.
The fix
Cummins will conduct the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Cummins will isntall a steel cup plug boss cap on the affected engines. Owners should contact cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or gillig at 510-785-1500.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GILLIG CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V485000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-485?
On certain phantom and low floor transit buses equipped with cummins 8.3l and 8.9l isc and isl diesel engines, oil can leak into the engine compartment from a crack in the cup plug.
How is recall 04V-485 fixed?
Cummins will conduct the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Cummins will isntall a steel cup plug boss cap on the affected engines. Owners should contact cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or gillig at 510-785-1500.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.