# Gillig, LLC: Emergency Exit Window Latch May Fail/FMVSS 217 (25V868000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 20/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Gillig, LLC |
| Subject | Emergency Exit Window Latch May Fail/FMVSS 217 |
| NHTSA ID | 25V868000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Units potentially affected | 6 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Gillig, LLC (Gillig) is recalling certain 2013 Low Floor transit buses. The emergency exit window latch may fail, allowing the window to open during a crash. As such, these emergency exit windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release." |
| Consequence | A window that opens during a crash may not properly retain passengers, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Gillig will work with Arrow to replace the emergency release bar assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500. |

## Why this score
- 6 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V868000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.