Recall 07V-574: 2008 Girardin G5, 2004–2006 Girardin MB II and 2 more
GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 2007, covering about 640 vehicles.
The problem
Certain my 2004 through 2008 girardin mb II and mb iv school and commercial minibuses manufactured between april 14, 2004, and november 28, 2007, built on ford e350 and e450 diesel chassis. The affected buses are equipped with option bbx (Battery box). The protection from abrasion on the battery cables that cross in the battery box is inadequate. It may create a short circuit in case the abrasion between the cables is excessive.
The risk
This short circuit could result in a fire.
The fix
Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses by adding protective tubes free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners can contact girardin at 819-477-8222.
Notes
Girardin recall no. 07-019-bxu.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
| Manufacturer | GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V574000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Girardin G5 | 2008 | All years |
| Girardin MB II | 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Girardin MB IV | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Micro Bird MB II School Bus | 2007, 2008 | All 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 07V-574?
Certain my 2004 through 2008 girardin mb II and mb iv school and commercial minibuses manufactured between april 14, 2004, and november 28, 2007, built on ford e350 and e450 diesel chassis. The affected buses are equipped with option bbx (Battery box). The protection from abrasion on the battery cables that cross in the battery box is inadequate. It may create a short circuit in case the abrasion between the cables is excessive.
How is recall 07V-574 fixed?
Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses by adding protective tubes free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners can 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.