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NHTSA Recall 09V320000: Seats

GIRARDIN MINIBUS INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2007–2009 Girardin G5.

6
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2009
owners notified (September 18)
NHTSA campaign09V320000
Manufacturer campaign09-032-MPU
ComponentSEATS
Report receivedAugust 7, 2009
Owner notificationSeptember 18, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Girardin minibus is recalling model year 2007-2009 g5 cutaway multi purpose vehicles (mpv's) built on ford and GM chassis for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) no. 207, "seating system" and FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly." the section of the floor on which the seat is installed tears when the loads required by FMVSS 207 and 210 are applied simultaneously.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, the seat and seat belt assembly may not restrain the occupant as intended, thereby increasing the risk of injury or death to a vehicle occupant.

Remedy

Dealers will install and repair the necessary components free of charge. The safety recall began on september 18, 2009. Owners may contact girardin minibus at 1-819-477-2012.

Notes

Girardin recall no. 09-032-mpu.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 09V320000

Make and modelModel years
Girardin G52007, 2008, 2009

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.