2001 Girardin School Bus recalls and problems
The 2001 Girardin School Bus has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Girardin dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Girardin School Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Girardin School Bus recalls
Recall 01V-208: Seats
Problem: Vehicle description: certain mini school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection." the foam on the seats and barriers do not absorb enough impact energy to meet the standard.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected.
Fix: Dealers will install an additional piece of foam between the steel back rest and the existing foam. Owner notification began january 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact girardin at 1-819-477-8222.
Recall 01V-145: Visibility
Problem: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with rosco cross over mirrors. The position of the driver's rear view mirror does not allow complete visibility of pedestrians as required under federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, "rearview mirrors."
Risk: A pedestrian could be injured or killed if the driver of the school bus cannot see them.
Fix: Girardin will notify owners and provide a retrofit kit free of charge and instructions that will extend the right hand mirror by 4 inches. Owner notification began january 2002. Owners who do not receive the retrofit kit and instructions within a reasonable time should contact girardin at 1-819-477-8222.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Girardin School Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Girardin School Bus: 01V-208 (seats), 01V-145 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Girardin recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Girardin dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.