Gillig Low Floor Transit Bus Recall for Incorrect GAWR
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Gillig LLC is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses due to an incorrect rear Gross Axle Weight Rating on the federal placard, which may exceed the tire load rating and increase crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Gillig, LLC is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses because the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard may exceed the tire load rating, causing the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2023 and 2024 model year Low Floor transit buses manufactured by Gillig, equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. A total of 12 units are affected, as per the recall details.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on April 15, 2026, and contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500 for a free replacement of the federal placard.
Why This Matters
Referencing an incorrect GAWR can lead to unintentionally overloading the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash, which poses a significant safety concern for bus operators and passengers.
Source
Attributed to NHTSA Campaign Number 26V190000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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