Roof door may accidentally open
Defect Summary
Gillig, llc (gillig) is recalling certain 2020-2021 29, 35, 40-foot low floor and brt buses powered by compressed natural gas (cng). the overlap between the curb side and street side roof doors is insufficient and may allow the street side door to accidentally open.
Safety Consequence
An open door may strike another vehicle or structure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new locking plate, overlap bracket, and mounting hardware, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on may 14, 2021. owner may contact gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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FAQ: Recall 21V291000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V291000?
NHTSA recall 21V291000 was issued by Gillig, Llc on April 23, 2021. It addresses: Roof door may accidentally open. The recall affects approximately 229 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Gillig, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V291000 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.