2021 Gillig Low Floor Electric problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Electrical System:propulsion System 2021-09-10 · campaign 21V705000 · 15 vehicles
Defect: Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor Battery Electric vehicles equipped with Cummins Electric Drivetrain Systems. When a system shutdown occurs, the high voltage shutdown override switch may not function, with no warning to the driver.
Risk: An unexpected vehicle shutdown without the ability to override it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and update as necessary, the parameter settings for the protection override switch, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500 or 1-510-264-5073.
Suspension:rear:axle:non-Powered Axle Assembly 2021-06-28 · campaign 21V487000 · 86 vehicles
Defect: Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Low Floor Diesel, CNG, and Battery Electric buses. The rear axle may come out of alignment during operation.
Risk: An improperly aligned rear axle may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Gillig will install a new locknut, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 19, 2021. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.