Girardin/fmvss 111/rear view mirror
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with rosco cross over mirrors. the position of the driver's rear view mirror does not allow complete visibility of pedestrians as required under federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, "rearview mirrors."
Safety Consequence
A pedestrian could be injured or killed if the driver of the school bus cannot see them.
Corrective Action
Girardin will notify owners and provide a retrofit kit free of charge and instructions that will extend the right hand mirror by 4 inches. owner notification began january 2002. owners who do not receive the retrofit kit and instructions within a reasonable time should contact girardin at 1-819-477-8222.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from A. Girardin Inc. or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 01V145002
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V145002?
NHTSA recall 01V145002 was issued by A. Girardin Inc. on April 26, 2001. It addresses: Girardin/fmvss 111/rear view mirror. The recall affects approximately 771 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized A. Girardin Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V145002 or the manufacturer campaign number 01-002-CM. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.