Recalls for your 2008 Gillig Phantom

Recalls for 2008 Gillig Phantom

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Sound Transit 2008 Gillig Phantom #9101P

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Sound Transit 2008 Gillig Phantom #9101P

DEFECT #1 - INTERIOR LIGHTING


Posted on: 2009-09-28
Description
Gillig corporation is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between january 2001 and september 2009 equipped with luminator horizon led side destination signs.  The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.  

Consequence
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.

Corrective Action
Gillig will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge.  The safety recall began on spetember 29, 2009.  Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or gillig field services at 1-800-735-1500.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE


Posted on: 2009-09-16
Description
Gillig is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 phantom transit buses manufactured from january 2001 through august 2009 equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts.  The lifts are equipped with a logic board assembly for the wheelchair lift control box, p/nos.  373-0226 and 373-0265.  The outboard ramp barrier could fold in toward a lift passenger possibly pinching the passenger's feet.

Consequence
The lift passenger could be seriously injured.

Corrective Action
Gillig will notify owners and the repairs will be made by lift-u free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin during october 2009.  Owners may contact lift-u at 1-209-838-2400 or gillig service at 1-800-735-1500.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.