Recall 05V-012: 2004–2005 Girardin MB II, 2004–2005 Girardin MB IV

The problem

Certain girardin minibus my 2004 and 2005 mb II and mbiv ford diesel school buses equipped with optional bbx (Battery box) manufactured between may 14, 2004 and february 9, 2005. The electrical cables (P/nos. 27df01 and 27df3001) between the batteries and the battery junction box (Under the hood) has no fusable link for cable protection.

The risk

There is no protection on the electrical cable and if there is a short circuit, it may possibly result in a fire.

The fix

The manufacturer will notify its customers and install a fusable link at the end of the cable attached to the battery free of charge. The recall began on february 25, 2005. Owners may contact girardin at 819-477-8222.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

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 05V-012?

Certain girardin minibus my 2004 and 2005 mb II and mbiv ford diesel school buses equipped with optional bbx (Battery box) manufactured between may 14, 2004 and february 9, 2005. The electrical cables (P/nos. 27df01 and 27df3001) between the batteries and the battery junction box (Under the hood) has no fusable link for cable protection.

How is recall 05V-012 fixed?

The manufacturer will notify its customers and install a fusable link at the end of the cable attached to the battery free of charge. The recall began on february 25, 2005. Owners may contact girardin at 819-477-8222.

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.