NHTSA Recall 08V679000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V679000; Date: Dec. 23, 2008
The seat belt will not tighten around the occupant and will not offer restraint in the event of a crash which may result in injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Girardin G5; 2009 Girardin G5; 2008 Girardin Mb Ii; 2009 Girardin Mb Ii
Component: Seat Belt
Manufactured by: Girardin Minibus Inc.
Affected Units:: 210
Recall Summary:
Girardin is recalling 210 my 2008 and 2009 mb ii and g5 school buses manufactured between August 1 and December 12, 2008, equipped with seat belts (option smk2, sbk3). The seat belt webbing was inserted into the tongue assembly incorrectly.
How to Fix:
Girardin will notify owners and replace the affected seat belts free of charge. The recall began on January 9, 2009. Owners may contact girardin 1-819-477-8222 ext 401.
Recall Notes:
Girardin's recall no. 08-024-sbu. Customers may also 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 9, 2009
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