Recall 04V-470: 1998–1999 Gillig Phantom
GILLIG CORPORATION recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 24, 2004, covering about 323 vehicles.
The problem
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engine, the turbocharger compressor wheel can break, resulting in shaft imbalance and lubricating oil passes into the exhaust system.
The risk
This can result in an engine compartment fire, possibly resulting in personal injuries.
The fix
Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install an exhaust temperature sensor and reprogram the emc calibration. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners should contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or gillig at 510-785-1500.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GILLIG CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V470000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Gillig Phantom | 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-470?
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engine, the turbocharger compressor wheel can break, resulting in shaft imbalance and lubricating oil passes into the exhaust system.
How is recall 04V-470 fixed?
Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install an exhaust temperature sensor and reprogram the emc calibration. Gillig issued a renotification letter to owners on february 27, 2007. Owners should contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or gillig at 510-785-1500.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.