Recall 26V190 affects 6 2023-2024 Gillig Low Floor transit buses for an incorrect rear GAWR placard. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
Gillig is recalling 6 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires because the rear axle weight shown on the federal placard can exceed the tire load rating. Using the incorrect rating can overload the rear tires and increase crash risk, and Gillig dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The data plate on a Gillig 2023-2024 Low Floor transit bus is the vehicle certification label. It lists the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating, or GAWR, which is the maximum weight the rear axle is certified to carry with the tires installed on the bus.
On affected buses, the label can show a rear GAWR that is higher than the load rating for the Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. The tire load rating is the amount of weight the tires are built to support. Gillig traced the mismatch to vehicle configuration processing, which allowed that tire model to be paired with battery electric buses that had a higher rear axle rating.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners and fleet operators would not feel this as a normal drivability symptom; the issue is the incorrect certification label, which needs the corrected GAWR information.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on April 15, 2026.
| 2024 Gillig Low Floor | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Gillig Low Floor | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 6 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect GAWR on the federal placard can cause an owner or fleet to overload the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, avoid loading the vehicle based on the incorrect rating until the dealer replaces the placard. Repair is free at any franchised Gillig dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Gillig Low Floor is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Gillig dealer to schedule the free federal-placard replacement that corrects the rear GAWR label for the Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires.
- Reference recall number 26V190 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Gillig has mailed one.
- Avoid loading the bus based only on the old rear GAWR placard until the replacement placard is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gillig technician replaces the federal placard with the correct label for the rear axle and tire load information. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. This repair addresses the placard mismatch tied to the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating and the Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tire load rating. Gillig states affected customers had no costs before the owner letter, so it is not offering reimbursement for this campaign.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| March 26, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 15, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 15, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V190?
Recall 26V190 covers 6 2023-2024 Gillig Low Floor transit buses equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. The federal placard can list a rear GAWR higher than the tire load rating, which can lead to rear tire overload and increase crash risk. Gillig will replace the placard for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Gillig Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 26V190. If it is, contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500 or your Gillig service contact to arrange the federal placard replacement. Reference recall number 26V190 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance recalls at no cost. Gillig will replace the incorrect federal placard free of charge, so parts and labor for this recall are covered.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unintentional rear tire overload. If an operator relies on the incorrect rear GAWR listed on the federal placard, the rear tires can be loaded beyond their rating, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is a corrected federal placard from Gillig.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V190000 |
|---|---|
| Gillig customer service | 1-800-735-1500 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V190 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V190000 |
Source documents
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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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →