Gillig/arvin-meritor/front axle tie rod clamp
Defect Summary
On some buses, certain tie rod clamps installed on tie rod assemblies could fail and lead to a steering malfunction.
Safety Consequence
If both clamps were to fail and the cross tube start to unscrew, significant vehicle misalignment would evolve with the potential for the tie rod end to separate from the cross tube, resulting in loss of steering control and possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Arvin-meritor will notify gillig customers and conduct the remedy at no charge to the customer. owners should contact arvin-meritor at 1-248-435-1000 or gillig at 1-510-785-1500.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Gillig, Llc or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 04V610000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V610000?
NHTSA recall 04V610000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on December 28, 2004. It addresses: Gillig/arvin-meritor/front axle tie rod clamp. The recall affects approximately 324 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 04V610000 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.