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2014-2021 Gillig Low Floor recall: 12v/24v/48v battery

Gillig, LLC reported this safety recall on April 25, 2022. It covers about 592 vehicles.

vehicles affected
592
reported
Apr 25, 2022
owners notified
Jun 22, 2022
related complaints
1

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

What is wrong
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Low Floor transit buses. The rear-mounted ultracapacitors may allow the engine to be started when the master battery disconnect switch is in the "OFF" position.
Risk
The engine may be started unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to anyone nearby the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software for the buses equipped with the Vanner Ultracapacitor system, and conduct a hard rewire for the buses equipped with the KBI system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1‑510‑264‑5073 for 1‑800‑735‑1500.

Recall number 22V276000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 22V276000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2021 Gillig Low Floor 12v/24v/48v battery?

Yes. Recall 22V276000, reported on April 25, 2022, covers about 592 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V276000?

Dealers will update the software for the buses equipped with the Vanner Ultracapacitor system, and conduct a hard rewire for the buses equipped with the KBI system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1‑510‑264‑5073 for 1‑800‑735‑1500.

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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