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2005 Gillig 35 and 40 Foot Low Floor problems

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Recalls
1
Service bulletins
2

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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

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1 recall, covering suspension.

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