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NHTSA 05V352📅 Aug 4, 2005

2002–2005 Girardin MB II & 2002–2005 Girardin MB IV recall: other

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain girardin my 2002 through 2005 MB II & MB IV school buses manufactured between january 1, 2002, and august 8, 2005, and equipped with "5" series stop arms manufactured by specialty manufacturing company. In extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.

💥 The risk

Should the stop arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by passing vehicles should the motorist not stop at the correct location.

🔧 The fix

Girardin will notify owners and replace the original switch with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. The recall began on august 22, 2005. Owners may contact girardin at 1-800-951-7867.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V352000
Manufacturer recall #
05-010-SAU
Manufacturer
GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC.
Vehicles affected
1,498
Component
OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-951-7867
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 22, 2005
Built
Jan 1, 2002 – Aug 8, 2005
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Girardin recall no. 05-010-SAU.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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V352 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V352?

2002–2005 Girardin MB II & 2002–2005 Girardin MB IV. 1,498 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Girardin dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-951-7867.