NHTSA Recall 17V559000: Electric power assist system (steering) and hydraulic power assist system (steering)
Gillig LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 108 vehicles. It affects 2013–2016 Gillig Low Floor.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V559000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 8, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Hybrid and all Electric Low Floor buses with electro-hydraulic power steering assist. The coupler between the high-voltage electric motor and hydraulic steering pump shafts may fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Safety risk
A loss of power steering assist will cause the need for increased steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering motor-pump assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 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 17V559000
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.