Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2008 Gillig Low Floor
NHTSA data on file today
The 2008 Gillig Low Floor has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V418000 Turn Signal Flashing Rate Incorrect/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V119000 Visibilty of Turn Signals/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V358000 Hose may Leak Oil and Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V493000 REMOTE RELEASE BELT RETRACTORS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V368000 HORIZON LED SIDE DESTINATION SIGN/POSSIBLE FIRE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,000–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2008 Gillig Low Floor shows an average reliability outlook, based on limited data. With five recall campaigns mainly focused on lighting and engine components, but only one owner complaint, the issues seem isolated rather than widespread. The low number of complaints means the evidence is not sufficient for a conclusive reliability assessment.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turn signals | Unknown | $50–$150 | occasional |
| Engine oil hose | Unknown | $100–$300 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections
- Fluid checks and top-offs
- Tire rotations and alignments
- Transmission servicing
- Cooling system flush
- Lighting system inspection
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Frequent or slow turn signals
- Oil leaks around engine
- Reduced vehicle illumination
- Interior lighting failures
- Tire wear issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2008 Gillig Low Floor at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.