NHTSA Recall 18V418000: Flasher unit (exterior lighting) and turn signal (exterior lighting)
Gillig LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,579 vehicles. It affects 2001–2018 Gillig Low Floor.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V418000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL › FLASHER UNIT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL |
| Report received | June 20, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 2, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gillig LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2001-2018 Gillig Low Floor transit buses. The turn signals may flash slowly, reducing their visibility to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
The reduced visibility of the turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gillig will notify owners, and dealers will update the software that controls the turn flash rate, free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 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 18V418000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Gillig Low Floor | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.