Recall 22V801 affects 388 2022 Gillig Low Floor buses for steering shaft grease fitting interference. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
Gillig is recalling 388 2022 Low Floor transit buses under recall 22V801 because the steering shaft grease fitting can contact and damage the protective shroud. That contact can lead to loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, and Gillig dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering shaft grease fitting on the 2022 Gillig Low Floor bus is a small service nipple used to add grease to the steering shaft joint. That grease helps the shaft turn smoothly as the driver moves the wheel, while the protective shroud covers the rotating shaft and helps keep nearby parts away from it.
On affected buses, a steering system design change shifted the steering column toward the curbside of the bus. That puts the grease fitting too close to the shaft shroud. As the parts contact each other, the fitting rubs against and damages the shroud, creating interference in a place that needs clearance for smooth steering movement.
The driver can feel the warning sign through the wheel. Steering drag progressively increases as the interference gets worse. Treat heavier steering effort as a sign that the bus needs service before steering control is lost.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Gillig Low Floor | steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 388 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Gillig Low Floor bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Contact between the steering shaft grease fitting and shroud can lead to loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Increasing steering drag is the warning sign listed for this recall. If steering feels harder to turn, park the bus and call the dealer before returning it to service. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Gillig Low Floor is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Gillig dealer to schedule the free low-profile grease-fitting and spacer-shim repair that prevents the fitting from damaging the steering-shaft shroud.
- Bring the recall notice if Gillig mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V801 when you call.
- Ask Gillig or the dealer for driving guidance before the repair if the shroud is damaged or steering feels abnormal.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gillig technician installs a low-profile grease fitting and a spacer shim so the steering shaft grease fitting no longer contacts the protective shroud. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Gillig has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall work was performed. Bring receipts or other repair documentation to the service desk so Gillig can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 24, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 1, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 2, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V801?
Recall 22V801 covers 388 2022 Gillig Low Floor transit buses. The steering shaft grease fitting can contact and damage the protective shroud, which can lead to loss of steering control and increased crash risk. Gillig will install a low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Gillig Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V801. If it is, contact a franchised Gillig dealer or Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 to schedule the low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim installation. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Gillig will install the low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim free of charge through its authorized repair process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. On included 2022 Gillig Low Floor transit buses, contact between the steering shaft grease fitting and the protective shroud can damage the shroud and interfere with steering, increasing crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V801000 |
|---|---|
| Gillig customer service | 1-510-264-5073 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V801 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V801000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →