2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor problems

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Fuel system, other: delivery: fuel pumpReported October 12, 2005 · 34 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with cummins isb-02 diesel engines built with emc controlled fuel lift pumps. Erratic voltage supply to the fuel lift pump causes premature electric brush wear internal to the fuel lift pump. This premature wear could result in fuel lift pump failure and in some cases may cause an engine stall condition.
Risk: Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy: Cummins, in conjunction with gillig, will notify owners and repair the engines by emc recalibration and replacement of the fuel lift pump at no charge to the customer. Owners may contact cummins assistance center at 1-800-diesels or gillig at 1‑510‑785‑1500.

Recall number 05V478000 · Recall details

Suspension: frontReported June 9, 2005 · 1,096 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses, the cast clamp portion of the torque rod could crack under initial torqueing of the clamp fasteners resulting in breakage or cracks. Casting porosity and incorrect heat treatment caused potential weakness in the cast clamp portion of the torque rod.
Risk: This could result in loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cast iron torque rod clamps with a fabricated steel clamps free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2005. Owners may contact gillig at 510‑785‑1500.

Recall number 05V271000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported March 17, 2005 · 10 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Risk: Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy: Webasto is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Websto will replace the suspected defective parts. Owners may contact webasto at 810‑593‑6000 or gillig at 510‑264‑5031.

Recall number 05V106000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor?

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How many recalls does the 2004 Gillig 29 Foot Low Floor have?

3 recalls, covering fuel system, other, suspension and engine and engine cooling.

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