Recall 06V-255: 2006 Girardin MB IV G5

GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 13, 2006, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-255
Report date
Jul 13, 2006
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Aug 10, 2006

The problem

Certain 2006 mb iv g5 school and commercial buses built on ford and GM chassis manufactured between january 30 and july 7, 2006. The two rear side windows and the moreview window may not be properly bonded to the window frame. These buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.

The risk

The windows may become detached from the window frame, possibly resulting in injury to pedestrians, motorists, or the vehicle occupants.

The fix

Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on august 10, 2006. Owners may contact girardin customer service at 819-477-8222.

Notes

Girardin's recall no. 06-015-wiu.customers may 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

ManufacturerGIRARDIN MINIBUS INC.
ComponentVisibility › Glass, Side/Rear
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V255000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Girardin MB IV G52006All years

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 06V-255?

Certain 2006 mb iv g5 school and commercial buses built on ford and GM chassis manufactured between january 30 and july 7, 2006. The two rear side windows and the moreview window may not be properly bonded to the window frame. These buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.

How is recall 06V-255 fixed?

Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on august 10, 2006. Owners may contact girardin customer service 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.