Vehicle Make / Model: GILLIG / LOW FLOOR |
Model Year(s): 2010 |
Manufacturer: GILLIG CORPORATION
Report Receipt Date: OCT 18, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V506000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Potential Number of Units Affected: 657
Summary:
Gillig is recalling certain model year 2010 Lowfloor transit buses, manufactured April 16, 2010, through November 16, 2010, and equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus Window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.
Consequence:
In the event the egress window handle fails during an actual emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the vehicle placing them at risk of injury.
Remedy:
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the window handles free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2012. Owners may contact Gillig at 1-800-735-1500 for more information.
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