Vehicle recall 03V392000 · October 14, 2003
1997-2002 Gillig LOW Floor
Incorrect assembly of electrical connections and securement in the engine compartment could come loose.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Notes
- Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V392000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 14, 2003
- Filed by
- GILLIG CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- October 29, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,201
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Vehicles covered
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