NHTSA Recall 08V463000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Girardin Mb II.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V463000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08-021-RIU |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | September 12, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 18, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Girardin is recalling certain my 2005 and 2006 mb ii and mb iv g5 school and commercial buses manufactured between 2005 and december 2006, equipped with ricon s or k series wheelchair lifts. The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift which fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
Safety risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Girardin is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts (please see 07e097). The recall began on september 18, 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or girardin minibus at 1-819-477-2012 ext. 428.
Notes
Girardin's recall no. 08-021-riu.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 08V463000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Girardin Mb II | 2005, 2006 |
| Girardin Mb IV G5 | 2005, 2006 |
| Micro Bird Mb II School Bus | 2006 |
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.