NHTSA Recall 02V189000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
GILLIG CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,558 vehicles. It affects 1997–2002 Gillig Low Floor.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V189000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | July 25, 2002 |
| Owner notification | August 6, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain low floor 29, 35, and 40 foot buses, the steering gear input shaft bolt installed was a 3/8" diameter coarse thread grade 8 fastener instead of the required 7/16" diameter fine thread grade 8 fastener.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash or some other extraordinary shock load on the steering, a loss of steering could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suspect fastener with the correct fastener. Owner notification began august 6, 2002. 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.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 02V189000
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.