NHTSA Recall 17V099000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V099000; Date: Feb. 14, 2017
A bus that has reduced visibility to other drivers or pedestrians has an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Gillig Low Floor; 2017 Gillig Low Floor
Component: Exterior Lighting:turn Signal
Manufactured by: Gillig Llc
Affected Units:: 2,787
Recall Summary:
Gillig, LLC (gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 low floor transit buses. These vehicles have front led turn signals with integrated side reflex reflectors that may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "
How to Fix:
Gillig will notify owners and will replace the led turn signal/reflector units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 31, 2017. Owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 31, 2017
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