GILLIG REAR SUSPENSION CONT. ROD 9999: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20E035000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| GILLIG | REAR SUSPENSION CONT. ROD | NO YEAR |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-07-06 | 2020-06-11 | 2020-06-11 |
Manufacturers Involved: Gillig, LLC
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6353
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Gillig LLC "Gillig" is recalling certain aftermarket rear suspension lower control rods, part number 82-74712-000. The rear suspension lower control rods may experience fatigue failure due to stiffened end bushings.
If the rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Gillig will notify purchasers of the aftermarket part, and provide owners with new lower control rods with different bushings, free of charge. This recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
