NHTSA Recall 00V145000: Exterior lighting
GILLIG CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 941 vehicles. It affects 1998–2000 Gillig Low Floor.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V145000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | May 18, 2000 |
| Owner notification | June 5, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: low floor transit buses. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the reflex reflectors on the side, front (amber) and rear(red) positions are missing.
Safety risk
This is a potential road hazard at night.
Remedy
The correct reflex reflectors will be installed.
Notes
Owner notification began june 5, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gillig at 1-510-785-1500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V145000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.