Stop arm malfunctions
Defect Summary
Certain girardin my 2002 through 2005 mb ii & mb iv school buses manufactured between january 1, 2002, and august 8, 2005, and equipped with "5" series stop arms manufactured by specialty manufacturing company. in extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.
Safety Consequence
Should the stop arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by passing vehicles should the motorist not stop at the correct location.
Corrective Action
Girardin will notify owners and replace the original switch with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. the recall began on august 22, 2005. owners may contact girardin at 1-800-951-7867.
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FAQ: Recall 05V352000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V352000?
NHTSA recall 05V352000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on August 4, 2005. It addresses: Stop arm malfunctions. The recall affects approximately 1,498 vehicles, with the defect involving the Other component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V352000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05-010-SAU. 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.