NHTSAEQUIPMENT
Gillig, LLC - GAWR on Federal Placard May Exceed Tire Load Rating/FMVSS 120
Published: March 26, 2026Recall ID: 26V190000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Referencing an incorrect GAWR can lead to unintentionally overloading the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard may exceed the tire load rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Affected Products
GAWR on Federal Placard May Exceed Tire Load Rating/FMVSS 120
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | GAWR on Federal Placard May Exceed Tire Load Rating/FMVSS 120 |
| Nhtsa id | 26V190000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V190000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Gillig, LLC |
| Defect summary | Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Low Floor transit buses equipped with Michelin X InCity Grip D rear tires. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard may exceed the tire load rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars." |
| Corrective action | Gillig will replace the federal placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. |
| Consequence summary | Referencing an incorrect GAWR can lead to unintentionally overloading the rear tires, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Potentially affected | 6 |
| Report received date | 2026-03-26T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |