NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Gillig, LLC - High Voltage Cable May Overheat
Published: March 12, 2026Recall ID: 26V144000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Reduced capacity may cause the cable to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Low Floor transit buses. The high voltage cable, connecting the inverter to the drive unit, contains a splice connection that reduces the amp capacity rating.
Affected Products
High Voltage Cable May Overheat
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | High Voltage Cable May Overheat |
| Nhtsa id | 26V144000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V144000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Gillig, LLC |
| Defect summary | Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Low Floor transit buses. The high voltage cable, connecting the inverter to the drive unit, contains a splice connection that reduces the amp capacity rating. |
| Corrective action | Gillig will reprogram the software as an interim repair. For the final remedy, Gillig will replace the high voltage cable. Both repairs will be provided free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed April 14, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Gillig's customer service at 1-800-735-1500. |
| Consequence summary | Reduced capacity may cause the cable to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Potentially affected | 424 |
| Report received date | 2026-03-12T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |