Recall 10V-627: 2008–2009 Girardin G5
CORP. MICRO BIRD, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 2010, covering about 112 vehicles.
The problem
Corp. Micro bird is recalling model year 2008 and 2009 girardin g5 school buses built on GM and ford cutaway chassis from february 1, 2008 through december 16, 2008. The sheet metal below the window inside the bus on the left-hand side fails to comply with the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." there is no adhesive on the joint between the two embossed aluminum sheets.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the embossed aluminum sheet may separate from the interior compartment structure and cause injury to bus passengers.
The fix
Dealers will repair the buses by adding adhesive and rivets between the 2 embossed aluminum sheets free of charge. The safety recall began on january 5, 2011. Owners may contact corp. Micro bird at 1-819-477-2021.
Notes
Corp. Micro bird's recall campaign number is 10-039-jsu.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CORP. MICRO BIRD, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V627000 |
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 10V-627?
Corp. Micro bird is recalling model year 2008 and 2009 girardin g5 school buses built on GM and ford cutaway chassis from february 1, 2008 through december 16, 2008. The sheet metal below the window inside the bus on the left-hand side fails to comply with the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." there is no adhesive on the joint between the two embossed aluminum sheets.
How is recall 10V-627 fixed?
Dealers will repair the buses by adding adhesive and rivets between the 2 embossed aluminum sheets free of charge. The safety recall began on january 5, 2011. Owners may contact corp. Micro bird at 1-819-477-2021.
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.