Air brake hoses may rub causing air leak
Defect Summary
Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 low floor transit buses manufactured july 8, 2013, to february 7, 2015 and equipped with disc brakes. the front left and right brake air hoses that connect to the brake chamber may touch and rub against the air bag suspension towers.
Safety Consequence
If the front brake hoses rub the air bag suspension tower, a hole may develop and the resulting air leak may reduce the brake air pressure, lengthening the distance needed to stop the transit bus and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gillig has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake hoses with shorter ones that will not contact the suspension tower, free of charge. the recall began on april 28, 2015. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
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FAQ: Recall 15V219000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V219000?
NHTSA recall 15V219000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on April 14, 2015. It addresses: Air brake hoses may rub causing air leak. The recall affects approximately 623 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V219000 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.