2026 Gillig Low Floor problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2026-10-23 · campaign 26V707000 · 1,853 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2026-03-12 · campaign 26V142000 · 3,568 vehicles
Defect: Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Low Floor transit buses. The air compressor intake pipe may contact and damage the fuel line.
Risk: A damaged fuel line may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Gillig will inspect, replace, and reorient the intake pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Electrical System:propulsion System: Cables 2026-03-12 · campaign 26V144000 · 424 vehicles
Defect: Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Low Floor transit buses. The high voltage cable, connecting the inverter to the drive unit, contains a splice connection that reduces the amp capacity rating.
Risk: Reduced capacity may cause the cable to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Gillig will reprogram the software as an interim repair. For the final remedy, Gillig will replace the high voltage cable. Both repairs will be provided free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
What owners report
2026-08-25 · Service Brakes“this complaint involves gillig all-electric transit buses, model years 2024–2026, and a recurring failure of the electric air compressor supplying the air brake system. when the compressor fails, system air pressure drops, resulting in automatic application of the brakes. unlike a conventional combustion-engine drivetrain, the all-electric drivetr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.