Girardin Mb Iv G5 (2008) – 08V452000

Defect Description For Recall

Girardin Is Recalling 146 My 2006-2008 Mb Iv School And Commercial Buses Manufactured Between January 2006 And August 28, 2008. These Buses Are Equipped With Evaporators. The Evaporator’S Support May Break Off Due To The Vibration Of The Vehicle.

Make Of Vehicle

GIRARDIN

Model Of Vehicle

MB IV G5

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

08V452000

Component Description

Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner

Effect Of Defect

If This Situation Occurs And Is Not Repaired, The Rear Evaporator Support Could Break Allowing The Evaporator To Separate From The Ceiling, Possibly Striking A Passenger Causing Personal Injury.

Fix Defect

Girardin Will Notify Owners And Repair The Buses By Installing The Evaporators Directly To The Bus Roof. This Repair Will Be Done Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On September 12, 2008. Owners May Contact Girardin At 1-819-477-8222.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Girardin Minibus Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

20060101

End Of Manufacture

20080428

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

146

Date Owners Notified

20080912

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Date Report Received

20080905

Make Campaign Number

08-022-ESU

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard