Gillig transit buses recalled over fuel hose leak and fire risk
Gillig, LLC is recalling certain 2021-2026 Low Floor transit buses, about 1,853 vehicles. The remote fuel filter hoses can separate from their fitting, causing a fuel leak and engine stall. A fuel leak near an ignition source can cause a fire, and an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Gillig at 1-800-735-1500 to arrange free fuel hose replacement.
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions for scheduling the repair.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Products
- 2021 GILLIG LOW FLOOR · 2022 GILLIG LOW FLOOR · 2023 GILLIG LOW FLOOR · 2024 GILLIG LOW FLOOR · 2025 GILLIG LOW FLOOR · 2026 GILLIG LOW FLOOR
Details
- Units affected
- 1853
- Recall number
- 26V707000
In the NHTSA's words
- Description
- Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Low Floor transit buses. The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Hazard
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Cummins will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owners may contact Cummins' customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500.