NHTSA recall 08V691000
Seat belts
Girardin G5 and 1 more
Reported Dec 29, 2008210 vehicles affectedGIRARDIN MINIBUS INC.Maker’s number 08-024-SBUBuilt Aug 1, 2008 – Dec 12, 2008
The defect
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 belts may not have the cording or tag identification which does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
The risk
This standard requires proper identification of the seat belt manufacturer for seat belt assemblies.
The remedy
Girardin will notify owners and replace noncompliant seat belts free of charge. the recall began on january 9, 2009. owners may contact girardin 1-819-477-8222 ext. 401.