NHTSA Recall 08V175000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V175000; Date: Apr. 16, 2008
If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Gillig Low Floor
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Gillig Corporation
Affected Units:: 31
Recall Summary:
Gillig is recalling 31 my 2007 29 foot low floor transit buses equipped with saf- holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
How to Fix:
Gillig is working with saf holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall began on April 29, 2008. Owners may contact gillig at 1-510-264-5031 or saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 29, 2008
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