NHTSA Recall 07V194000: Seats
GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2006–2007 Girardin Mb IV G5.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V194000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07-017-SLU |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | May 7, 2007 |
| Owner notification | June 11, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain mb iv g5 school buses with 45 inch seats equipped with type 2 seat belts manufactured between may 4 and september 18, 2006, fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, 'seat belt assembly anchorages.' the seats were installed with only one leg but there should be two in order to meet FMVSS 210 requirements.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seat would not be able to withstand the forces incurred, possibly resulting in serious injury the seat occupant(s).
Remedy
Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on june 11, 2007. Owners can contact girardin at 819-477-8222 ext. 401.
Notes
Girardin recall no. 07-017-slu.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 covered by recall 07V194000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.