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2003-2004 Gillig Low Floor and Gillig Phantom recall: diesel

Gillig Corporation reported this safety recall on October 12, 2005. It covers about 5 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5
reported
Oct 12, 2005
owners notified
Feb 27, 2007

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
Risk
Engine malfunction could possible lead to engine and vehicle damage and potential for a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Gillig is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1‑313‑592‑5791 or gillig at 1‑510‑785‑1500.

Recall number 05V473000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V473000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Gillig Low Floor and Gillig Phantom diesel?

Yes. Recall 05V473000, reported on October 12, 2005, covers about 5 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V473000?

Gillig is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1‑313‑592‑5791 or gillig at 1‑510‑785‑1500.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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