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NHTSARecalled Apr 23, 2021 · #21V291000

Roof Door May Accidentally Open

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 29, 35, 40-foot Low Floor and BRT buses powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The overlap between the curb side and street side roof doors is insufficient and may allow the street side door to accidentally open. An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Roof Door May Accidentally Open
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Gillig, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will install a new locking plate, overlap bracket, and mounting hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owner may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.

View the official CPSC notice