Gillig recalls certain 2019-2022 Low Floor buses with Cummins BP74E battery packs that may leak coolant, causing internal short circuits and fire risk. Owners notified August 16, 2022.
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Gillig is recalling some 2019-2022 Low Floor buses that may have a coolant leak in their battery packs, which can cause short circuits and fire. This is a safety issue that requires fixing to prevent fire risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223899-gillig-2019-2022-low-floor-buses-fire-risk-from-battery.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223899-gillig-2019-2022-low-floor-buses-fire-risk-from-battery · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V548000
“Gillig 2019-2022 Low Floor Buses: Fire Risk from Battery Short Circuit.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223899-gillig-2019-2022-low-floor-buses-fire-risk-from-battery. Based on NHTSA recall 22V548000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V548000).
The battery packs may leak coolant internally, causing the battery to short circuit. This short circuit can lead to a fire, especially if the bus is in motion or near heat sources.
Owners of Gillig 2019-2022 Low Floor buses with Cummins BP74E battery packs are affected. Bus operators and maintenance crews face the highest risk due to potential fire hazards.
Check if your bus has a Cummins BP74E battery pack installed. The recall covers 2019-2022 model years of Gillig Low Floor vehicles.
Call 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500 to schedule a repair.
Gillig will tighten coolant fittings and replace coolant at no cost.
Gillig will tighten the coolant fittings and replace the coolant, free of charge. Owner notification were mailed on August 16, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500.
The battery packs may develop a coolant leak internally, causing the battery to short circuit and potentially start a fire.
Your bus is affected if it's a 2019-2022 Gillig Low Floor model with a Cummins BP74E battery pack.
Contact Gillig customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500 to arrange a free repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Gillig to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V548000 — Gillig Gillig Hello, I own a Gillig that is covered by recall 22V548000 from Gillig. The official recall notice states: Gillig will tighten the coolant fittings and replace the coolant, free of charge. Owner notification were mailed on August 16, 2022. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-510-264-5073 or 1-800-735-1500. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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