Recall 05V-141: 2003–2005 Girardin MB II, 2003–2005 Girardin MB IV
GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Apr 7, 2005, covering about 204 vehicles.
The problem
Certain my 2003-2005 girardin mb II and mb iv school buses manufactured between march 20, 2003, and december 16, 2004, (See amended noncompliance report received august 18, 2005) built on ford and GM chassis. Seats equipped with the child seat anchorage system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, 'school bus passenger seating and crash protection.'
The risk
The seat back may not absorb enough energy in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death to the seat occupant.
The fix
Girardin will notify its customers and install a flat bar on each side of the seat where the child seat anchorage is bolted to increase the strength of the seat back free of charge. The recall began on april 19, 2005. Owners may contact girardin at 819-477-8222.
Notes
Girardin recall no. 05-009-cra.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
| Manufacturer | GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V141000 |
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-141?
Certain my 2003-2005 girardin mb II and mb iv school buses manufactured between march 20, 2003, and december 16, 2004, (See amended noncompliance report received august 18, 2005) built on ford and GM chassis. Seats equipped with the child seat anchorage system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, 'school bus passenger seating and crash protection.'
How is recall 05V-141 fixed?
Girardin will notify its customers and install a flat bar on each side of the seat where the child seat anchorage is bolted to increase the strength of the seat back free of charge. The recall began on april 19, 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.