NHTSA Recall 02V325000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V325000; Date: Dec. 6, 2002
This could potentially lead to a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Gillig Low Floor; 1998 Gillig Low Floor; 2001 Gillig Low Floor; 1996 Thor Dutchmen; 1997 Thor Dutchmen
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Gillig Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,108
Recall Summary:
On certain low floor 29', 35' and 40' buses, the engine compartment insulation could fatigue and sag, potentially touching the turbocharger.
How to Fix:
Gillig is providing the owners with new insulation and installation procedures. The new insulation is to be installed on the inside side surface of the access hatch and a mechanical retaining strip to support the adjacent insulation. The retaining strip is attached with nuts and bolts. Owner notification began December 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 1-800-735-1500.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 19, 2002
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