Recall 22V436 affects 169 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor transit buses for an EV resolver cable connector defect. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
Gillig is recalling 169 2019-2022 Low Floor electric transit buses because the EV resolver cable connector can lose electrical connectivity and shift the bus from Drive to Neutral without warning. An unexpected shift to neutral can cause a loss of propulsion and increase crash risk, and Gillig will complete the repair free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The EV resolver cable on 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor electric transit buses is part of the propulsion control system. It carries electrical signals that help the drive system read motor position and keep power delivery matched to the driver's selected Drive mode. The connector at the cable end has to stay firmly seated while the bus moves over rough pavement.
On affected buses, road vibration can put tension on the cable and connector. That strain can interrupt contact between the connector pins. When the signal drops out, the propulsion system can switch from Drive to Neutral while the bus is moving, leaving the driver without propulsion.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver can be in Drive and then lose propulsion without an advance warning or symptom. The recall repair uses a longer resolver cable and a new support bracket to reduce strain at the connector.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years, all tied to the electric propulsion system.
| 2019 Gillig Low Floor | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Gillig Low Floor | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 Gillig Low Floor | electric propulsion system |
| 2020 Gillig Low Floor | electric propulsion system |
| Units affected | 169 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 8 field incidents to date. |
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?
An unexpected switch to neutral can cut vehicle propulsion and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the transmission shifts out of drive, so treat any sudden loss of propulsion as a reason to move out of traffic when safe and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Gillig dealer to schedule the free redesigned resolver-cable and support-bracket repair that addresses the no-warning switch from Drive to Neutral.
- Bring the recall notice if Gillig mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V436 when you call.
- Keep operators informed that the bus can unexpectedly switch from Drive to Neutral until the repair is complete.
- Call Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gillig technician installs a redesigned EV resolver cable with extra length and adds a new support bracket so the connector is better supported. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid before the recall notice for a repair tied to this resolver cable issue, Gillig says it will reimburse those repair costs. Bring the repair invoice or other documentation to the service desk, or contact Gillig customer service for the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 17, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 1, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 3, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V436?
Recall 22V436 covers 169 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor electric transit buses with an EV resolver cable connector that can lose electrical connectivity and switch the bus from Drive to Neutral without warning. Gillig dealers will install a redesigned resolver cable and new support bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V436. If it is, contact a Gillig dealer to schedule installation of the redesigned resolver cable and support bracket. Reference recall number 22V436 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, and Gillig will install the redesigned resolver cable with the new support bracket free of charge through its dealer repair process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of propulsion while driving. If the EV resolver cable connector loses electrical connectivity, the bus can unexpectedly switch from Drive to Neutral, increasing crash risk. The free dealer repair replaces the cable setup that causes the loss of connectivity.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning before the bus unexpectedly switches from Drive to Neutral. That is why the VIN check matters. If your bus is included, schedule the free Gillig dealer repair instead of waiting for a symptom.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V436000 |
|---|---|
| Gillig customer service | 1-510-264-5073 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V436 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V436000 |
Source documents
-
Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →