Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V179000 Reported March 25, 2020

Incorrect circuit breaker can result in short

Gillig, Llc · Electrical System · 8,224 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V179000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
8,224
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 25, 2020
Completion Rate
80.71

Defect Summary

Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain 2012-2020 low floor buses. the circuit breaker ratings on the def line heater circuit and the aftertreatment-ignition circuit may be higher than the rating for the wire and connector.

Safety Consequence

With the improper circuit breaker rating, an electrical short in either of these circuits may increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the circuit breakers, free of charge. the recall began april 24, 2020. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 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 20V179000 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 20V179000

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

What is recall 20V179000?

NHTSA recall 20V179000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on March 25, 2020. It addresses: Incorrect circuit breaker can result in short. The recall affects approximately 8,224 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V179000 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.