Gillig Low Floor: Service brakes — and fittings

Affects Gillig Low Floor · 2014–2016 — about 34 vehicles.

The hazard

A frayed hose may leak air, causing the rear brake(s) to lock up unexpectedly, or fail to operate when the brakes are applied. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Gillig will provide fleets new rear brake hoses, fittings, clamps, and hardware along with instructions on how to reorient the hoses using the new fittings, and reimburse them for their labor, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2016. 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