Loose spring cage bolts may cause vehicle rollaway
Defect Summary
Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2018 gillig low floor transit buses equipped with disk brakes. the spring cage bolts on the air brakes may not be sufficiently tightened, reducing the effectiveness of the parking brake.
Safety Consequence
Loose cage bolts may result in the bus rolling away when in the park position or a loss of braking ability if the service brake air pressure is lost while moving. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the spring cage bolts, free of charge. the recall began december 10, 2018. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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FAQ: Recall 18V789000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V789000?
NHTSA recall 18V789000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on November 9, 2018. It addresses: Loose spring cage bolts may cause vehicle rollaway. The recall affects approximately 4,469 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V789000 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.