Gillig Low Floor: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects Gillig Low Floor · 2007–2014 — about 648 vehicles.

The hazard

If the sampling hose leaks oil in the presence of hot engine engine exhaust components, there is an increased risk of fire.

What to do

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil sampling hose. If the hose is routed too closely, the hose will be removed, replaced and rerouted to provide appropriate clearance of the hot components. The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational