Recall 05V-473: 2003–2004 Gillig LOW Floor, 2003 Gillig Phantom
GILLIG CORPORATION recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 12, 2005, covering about 5 vehicles.
The problem
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (Ecm) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
The risk
Engine malfunction could possible lead to engine and vehicle damage and potential for a vehicle fire.
The fix
Gillig is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5791 or gillig at 1-510-785-1500.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GILLIG CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V473000 |
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 05V-473?
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (Ecm) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
How is recall 05V-473 fixed?
Gillig is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5791 or gillig at 1-510-785-1500.
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.