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NHTSARecalled Mar 9, 2017 · #17V156000

Wiper Arms may Crack and Detach from Vehicle

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle. A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Wiper Arms may Crack and Detach from Vehicle
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Gillig, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wiper arms, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

View the official CPSC notice