Gillig/steering gear bolt
Defect Summary
On certain low floor 29, 35, and 40 foot buses, the steering gear input shaft bolt installed was a 3/8" diameter coarse thread grade 8 fastener instead of the required 7/16" diameter fine thread grade 8 fastener.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash or some other extraordinary shock load on the steering, a loss of steering could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the suspect fastener with the correct fastener. owner notification began august 6, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 1-510-785-1500.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Gillig, Llc or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 02V189000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V189000?
NHTSA recall 02V189000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on July 25, 2002. It addresses: Gillig/steering gear bolt. The recall affects approximately 2,558 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V189000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.