Optional battery box short circuit/fire
Defect Summary
Certain girardin minibus my 2004 and 2005 mb ii and mbiv ford diesel school buses equipped with optional bbx (battery box) manufactured between may 14, 2004 and february 9, 2005. the electrical cables (p/nos. 27df01 and 27df3001) between the batteries and the battery junction box (under the hood) has no fusable link for cable protection.
Safety Consequence
There is no protection on the electrical cable and if there is a short circuit, it may possibly result in a fire.
Corrective Action
The manufacturer will notify its customers and install a fusable link at the end of the cable attached to the battery free of charge. the recall began on february 25, 2005. owners may contact girardin at 819-477-8222.
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Other recalls from Girardin Minibus Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 05V012000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V012000?
NHTSA recall 05V012000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on January 24, 2005. It addresses: Optional battery box short circuit/fire. The recall affects approximately 121 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V012000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05-008-BBX. 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.