2022 Gillig Low Floor Recall: Steering shaft grease fitting may contact and damage the protective shroud
NHTSA campaign 22V801000 · Steering · filed Oct 24, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2022 Low Floor transit buses. The steering shaft grease fitting may contact and damage the protective shroud.
The risk
Contact between the steering shaft grease fitting and shroud can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Gillig will install a low-profile grease fitting and spacer shim, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V801000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.