Insufficient grease at axle wheel ends
Defect Summary
Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain model year 2016 low floor transit buses manufactured may 26, 2016, to september 26, 2016. the affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
Safety Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gillig service centers or the fleet services for the bus owners will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on october 5, 2016. Owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. Note: gillig is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
Similar Recalls
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FAQ: Recall 16V701000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V701000?
NHTSA recall 16V701000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on September 29, 2016. It addresses: Insufficient grease at axle wheel ends. The recall affects approximately 143 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V701000 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.