Recall 17V119 affects 17,056 1997-2017 Gillig Low Floor buses for reduced front turn signal visibility. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
Gillig is recalling 17,056 1997-2017 Low Floor transit buses under recall 17V119 because the front turn signals on standard profile buses are not sufficiently visible to drivers or pedestrians. Reduced turn-signal visibility can increase crash risk, and the Gillig dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front turn signals on 1997-2017 Gillig Low Floor buses tell people outside the bus when the driver is preparing to turn or change direction. They need to be visible from the front so nearby drivers and pedestrians can read the bus driver's intent before the bus moves across their path.
On affected standard profile Low Floor buses, the front turn signal lamps are not visible enough. The issue is not that the switch stops working or the bulb goes dark. The problem is the signal's visibility from outside the bus, which means a working turn signal still fails to give other road users a clear enough cue.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver can see the turn signal indicator inside the bus and still have a front signal that is not sufficiently visible to people outside the bus.
Who's affected?
Spans Gillig Low Floor buses from the 1997 through 2017 model years, all tied to the turn signal component.
| 2012 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
|---|---|
| 2011 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2010 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2009 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2008 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2007 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2006 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2005 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2004 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2003 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2002 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2001 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2000 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 1999 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 1998 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2015 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 1997 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2013 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2014 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2016 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| 2017 Gillig Low Floor | Turn signal |
| Units affected | 17,056 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced turn-signal visibility makes turns and lane changes harder for nearby drivers to read, which increases crash risk. Until the repair is handled, use extra caution when signaling, turning, or changing lanes. Repair will be free at any franchised Gillig dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 1997-2017 Gillig Low Floor is included in this recall.
- Wait for Gillig's owner notice before scheduling if your fleet has not received recall instructions.
- Contact a franchised Gillig dealer to schedule the free turn-signal visibility repair, which installs higher-visibility front turn signals.
- Reference recall number 17V119 when you call Gillig or the dealer.
- Drive cautiously until the repair; signal early and make operators aware that the front turn signals are less visible to other drivers and pedestrians.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gillig technician installs front turn signals with increased visibility so other drivers and pedestrians can see the signal more clearly. Gillig began owner notification on June 7, 2019, but this campaign data does not confirm an available final remedy status. The dealer repair will be free once Gillig confirms the remedy is open for your bus. Ask the service desk to match recall 17V119 to your VIN before scheduling.
Timeline
| February 24, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 7, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V119?
Recall 17V119 covers 17,056 1997-2017 Gillig Low Floor transit buses with front turn signals that are not visible enough to other drivers or pedestrians. The buses fail to meet federal lighting requirements, and Gillig dealers install higher-visibility turn signals for free.
What should I do if my 1997-2017 Gillig Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 17V119. If it is, contact a franchised Gillig dealer to schedule installation of the higher-visibility front turn signals. Reference recall number 17V119 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Gillig dealers install replacement front turn signals with increased visibility free of charge for buses included in recall 17V119.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced front-turn-signal visibility. Under NHTSA campaign 17V119, other drivers or pedestrians are less able to see the bus's intended turn, increasing the risk of a crash. The dealer repair corrects the turn-signal visibility issue for free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V119000 |
|---|---|
| Gillig customer service | 1-510-264-5073 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V119 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V119000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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