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1997 Gillig LOW Floor recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1997 Gillig LOW Floor. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1997 Gillig LOW Floor recalls, newest first

February 24, 2017NHTSA 17V11900017,056 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Turn signal

Summary
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain model year 1997-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The front turn signals installed on standard profile (non-BRT) buses may not be sufficiently visible to other drivers or pedestrians. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
The reduced visibility of the turn signals may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install turn signals that have increased visibility. The recall began June 7, 2019. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 7, 2004NHTSA 04V486000810 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Other fuel types › Turbo/supercharger

Summary
On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
Consequence
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on February 27, 2007. Owners should contact detroit detroit diesel at 313-5923708 or gillig at 510-785-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 14, 2003NHTSA 03V3920002,201 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood

Summary
Incorrect assembly of electrical connections and securement in the engine compartment could come loose.
Consequence
Incorrect assembly could cause electrical shorts, arcing, and fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect engine compartment wiring for correct cable assembly, fastner torque, and correct wire protection. Owner notification began October 29, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 510-785-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 6, 2002NHTSA 02V3250002,108 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
On certain low floor 29', 35' and 40' buses, the engine compartment insulation could fatigue and sag, potentially touching the turbocharger.
Consequence
This could potentially lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Gillig is providing the owners with new insulation and installation procedures. The new insulation is to be installed on the inside side surface of the access hatch and a mechanical retaining strip to support the adjacent insulation. The retaining strip is attached with nuts and bolts. Owner notification began December 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 1-800-735-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 25, 2002NHTSA 02V1890002,558 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary
On certain low floor 29, 35, and 40 foot buses, the steering gear input shaft bolt installed was a 3/8" diameter coarse thread grade 8 fastener instead of the required 7/16" diameter fine thread grade 8 fastener.
Consequence
In the event of a crash or some other extraordinary shock load on the steering, a loss of steering could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suspect fastener with the correct fastener. Owner notification began August 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 1-510-785-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 21, 2002NHTSA 02V059004897 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door

Summary
On certain transit buses equipped with adhesively bonded aluminum bus door panels, due to an imperfect bonding of the door panel skin to the panel frame, environmental moisture may infiltrate regions of imperfect bonding and cause separation of the frame and door panel.
Consequence
Under these conditions, if the panel is separating or has separated, a passenger could fall from the bus onto the roadway, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Remedy
Vapor will notify customers to have their buses inspected and will install mechanical fasteners to attach the skins to the frame elements free of charge. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vapor corporation at 847-967-8300 or vapor at 1510-785-1500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1997 Gillig LOW Floor were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Gillig LOW Floor years

Other 1997 Gillig models

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Questions

Does the 1997 Gillig LOW Floor have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, electrical system, steering, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1997 Gillig LOW Floor recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Gillig dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1997 Gillig LOW Floor?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.