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2005-2006 Girardin MB II and Girardin MB IV recall: equipment adaptive/mobility

Girardin Minibus Inc. reported this safety recall on April 24, 2006. It covers about 13 vehicles.

vehicles affected
13
reported
Apr 24, 2006

Equipment adaptive/mobility

What is wrong
Certain girardin my 2005 and 2006 mb iv school and commercial buses and 2006 mb ii school buses manufactured between june 29, 2005, and may 10, 2006, and equipped with ricon k-series wheelchair lifts, p/n k5505-f1020000a & k2010-f1020000a. The welding process may not have achieved full penetration along the seam of the vertical arms. Improperly welded vertical arms will not allow the lift to stow properly.
Risk
In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the vehicle or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Remedy
Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2006. Owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800‑322‑2884 or owners may contact girardin at 819‑477‑8222.

Recall number 06V133000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V133000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Girardin MB II and Girardin MB IV equipment adaptive/mobility?

Yes. Recall 06V133000, reported on April 24, 2006, covers about 13 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V133000?

Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2006. Owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800‑322‑2884 or owners may contact girardin at 819‑477‑8222.

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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