2007 Gillig Low Floor recall: suspension
Gillig Corporation reported this safety recall on April 16, 2008. It covers about 31 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 31
- reported
- Apr 16, 2008
- owners notified
- Apr 29, 2008
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Gillig is recalling 31 my 2007 29 foot low floor transit buses equipped with saf- holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
- Risk
- If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
- Remedy
- Gillig is working with saf holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall began on april 29, 2008. Owners may contact gillig at 1‑510‑264‑5031 or saf-holland at 1‑231‑773‑3271.
Recall number 08V175000
Affected vehicles
- Gillig Low Floor 2007 2007
Questions about recall 08V175000
Is there a recall on the 2007 Gillig Low Floor suspension?
Yes. Recall 08V175000, reported on April 16, 2008, covers about 31 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V175000?
Gillig is working with saf holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall began on april 29, 2008. Owners may contact gillig at 1‑510‑264‑5031 or saf-holland at 1‑231‑773‑3271.
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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