2000 Girardin Mbiv recalls and problems

The 2000 Girardin Mbiv has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Girardin dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Girardin Mbiv vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Girardin Mbiv recalls

Recall 01V-118: Air Bags

Reported Apr 24, 2001 · 995 vehicles affected · A. GIRARDIN INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: commercial and school bus body minibuses. The inner body panel could contact and damage the wiring harness by the driver's seat. If the wires are damaged, and a contact between those wires occurs, the air bag could inadvertently deploy.

Risk: Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

Fix: Owners will be provided with repair instructions and will be reimbursed for labor costs involved. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2001. 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.

2000 Girardin Mbiv problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	3
Equipment	3
Air Bags	1
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility	1

Most reported parts

Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
Tires › Sidewall — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 41,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Girardin Mbiv complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported May 16, 2007

3-4 month old super swamper irok tire sized: 33x10.50 exploded during high speed at 60 MPH. Driver weaved into other lane uncontrollably then steered to shoulder. Driver investigated scene of explosion. Small piece of tire , about 11 inches in diameter fitted perfectly into sidewall rip circumferentially, rip was in sidewall 65% of tire ripped. Tire shop that sold punched fake hole in tread area , blatantly obvious, and showed entrance into tire without air no nail present. Asked about recall. Shop owner only worried about me purchasing new tire. Will be shipped to mother store today for…

Tires · reported Feb 7, 2005

This is a follow up to a complaint that I made in 2003 or early in 2004. My 2000 honda civic original tires failed. 2 failed and were replaced with the same brand under warranty, then the other 2 failed and I bought a different brand. Then I registered this with you. Just now the first 2 tires replaced failed for the same reason. Please respond and let me know that you have combined this complaint with the previous complaint. Please note that I AM very meticulous about air pressure and rotation.

Air Bags · at 41,000 miles · reported Nov 14, 2004

This is a follow up to a complaint that I made last year or early this year. My 2000 honda civic tires failed. 2 failed and were replaced under warranty, then the other 2 failed and I bought a different brand. Then I registered this with you. All four tires where original, so they may have been manu at the same plant and at the same time. However, just now the first 2 tires replaced just failed for the same reason. Please look up the previous complaint to get the date these tires were originally gotten. Please respond and let me know that you have combined this complaint with the previous…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Girardin Mbiv have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Girardin Mbiv: 01V-118 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Girardin Mbiv?

Owners report tires problems most often (3 reports), followed by equipment (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 41,000 miles.

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.