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2002 Gillig Phantom recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 2002 Gillig Phantom, covering 4,095 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Interior lightingReported September 28, 2009 · 1,053 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gillig corporation is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between january 2001 and september 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on spetember 29, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1‑972‑516‑3033 or gillig field services at 1‑800‑735‑1500.

Recall number 09V368000 · Recall details

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported September 16, 2009 · 1,990 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gillig is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 phantom transit buses manufactured from january 2001 through august 2009 equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts. The lifts are equipped with a logic board assembly for the wheelchair lift control box, p/nos. 373-0226 and 373-0265. The outboard ramp barrier could fold in toward a lift passenger possibly pinching the passenger's feet.
Risk
The lift passenger could be seriously injured.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners and the repairs will be made by lift-u free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during october 2009. Owners may contact lift-u at 1‑209‑838‑2400 or gillig service at 1‑800‑735‑1500.

Recall number 09V359000 · Recall details

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported October 14, 2004 · 242 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain gillig buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair tie-down securement assemblies. The sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly may be out of alignment causing the load pawl not to fully seat in the sprocket teeth.
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. The recall began october 8, 2004. Owners should contact gillig at 1‑800‑735‑1500..

Recall number 04V500000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: other fuel types: turbo/superchargerReported October 7, 2004 · 810 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
Risk
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners should contact detroit detroit diesel at 313-5923708 or gillig at 510‑785‑1500.

Recall number 04V486000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2002 Gillig Phantom recalls

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How many recalls does the 2002 Gillig Phantom have?

4, covering interior lighting, equipment adaptive/mobility and engine and engine cooling.

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