Recall 26V190000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 26V190000. Component: EQUIPMENT. 6 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
Referencing an incorrect GAWR can lead to unintentionally overloading the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard may exceed the tire load rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Remedy
Gillig will replace the federal placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 15, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| GILLIG | LOW FLOOR | 2023 | Check VINs |
| GILLIG | LOW FLOOR | 2024 | Check VINs |
Other GILLIG, LLC Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent GILLIG, LLC Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V142000 | Mar 12, 2026 | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | GILLIG | 3,568 |
| 26V144000 | Mar 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | GILLIG | 424 |
| 25V913000 | Dec 29, 2025 | SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS | GILLIG | 26 |
| 25V870000 | Dec 16, 2025 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | GILLIG | 4 |
| 25V868000 | Dec 15, 2025 | STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM | GILLIG | 6 |
| 25V203000 | Apr 1, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | GILLIG | 27 |
| 25V076000 | Feb 11, 2025 | EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS | GILLIG | 91 |
| 24V958000 | Dec 20, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS | GILLIG | 201 |
| 24V959000 | Dec 20, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:INTERLOCK/LOCKOUT | GILLIG | 332 |
| 24V921000 | Dec 11, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER | GILLIG | 9 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.