The worst 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor problems
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Recalls 2
Suspension: front
- 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 cooling
- 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
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Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor 2
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Is the 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor?
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How many recalls does the 2004 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and engine and engine cooling.
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