Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Transit Buses, The Cast Clamp Portion Of The Torque Rod Could Crack Under Initial Torqueing Of The Clamp Fasteners Resulting In Breakage Or Cracks. Casting Porosity And Incorrect Heat Treatment Caused Potential Weakness In The Cast Clamp Portion Of The Torque Rod.
Make Of Vehicle
GILLIG
Model Of Vehicle
35 AND 40 FOOT LOW FLOOR
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05V271000
Component Description
Suspension:Front
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In Loss Of Vehicle Control And A Crash Could Occur Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Cast Iron Torque Rod Clamps With A Fabricated Steel Clamps Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 17, 2005. Owners May Contact Gillig At 510-785-1500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Gillig Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20040101
End Of Manufacture
20050411
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1096
Date Owners Notified
20050617
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Gillig, Llc
Date Report Received
20050609