NHTSA Recall 17V156000: Visibility/wiper
Gillig LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,732 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Gillig Low Floor.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V156000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Report received | March 9, 2017 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Low Floor transit buses. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Safety risk
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wiper arms, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V156000
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.