Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V320000 Reported May 18, 2016

Driver's window may block too much light/fmvss 205

Gillig, Llc · Visibility · 34 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V320000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Gillig, Llc
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
34
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 18, 2016
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain 2016 low floor vehicles manufactured march 3, 2016, to april 21, 2016. the driver's side window on the affected vehicles may block too much light, thereby decreasing the driver's visibility. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 205, "glazing materials."

Safety Consequence

Reduced driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will install compliant driver's windows, free of charge. the recall began on june 20, 2016. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 16V320000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V320000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 16V320000?

NHTSA recall 16V320000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on May 18, 2016. It addresses: Driver's window may block too much light/fmvss 205. The recall affects approximately 34 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V320000 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.