Recall 07V-259: 2007 Gillig LOW Floor, 2007 Gillig Phantom

GILLIG CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 7, 2007, covering about 291 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-259
Report date
Jun 7, 2007
Vehicles affected
291
Owners notified
Jun 27, 2007

The problem

On certain transit buses, the hydraulic hose located in the engine compartment was manufactured incorrectly which could cause a hydraulic fluid leak.

The risk

Hydraulic fluid leakage could lead to a loss of fluid which could affect vehicle steering or create the conditions for a potential engine compartment fire.

The fix

Gillig will provide correct hoses to their customers for replacement or will replace the hoses for them. The recall began on june 27, 2007. Owners may contact 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

ManufacturerGILLIG CORPORATION
ComponentSteering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V259000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Gillig LOW Floor2007All years
Gillig Phantom2007All years

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 07V-259?

On certain transit buses, the hydraulic hose located in the engine compartment was manufactured incorrectly which could cause a hydraulic fluid leak.

How is recall 07V-259 fixed?

Gillig will provide correct hoses to their customers for replacement or will replace the hoses for them. The recall began on june 27, 2007. Owners may contact 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.