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2002-2005 Girardin MB II and Girardin MB IV recall: school bus stop arm assembly

Girardin Minibus Inc. reported this safety recall on August 4, 2005. It covers about 1,498 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,498
reported
Aug 4, 2005
owners notified
Aug 22, 2005

Other: school bus stop arm assembly

What is 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.
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 05V352000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V352000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Girardin MB II and Girardin MB IV school bus stop arm assembly?

Yes. Recall 05V352000, reported on August 4, 2005, covers about 1,498 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V352000?

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 recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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