Fmvss 221/body joint strength/fmvss 210
Defect Summary
Certain 2003 through 2005 girardin mb ii and mb iv school buses manufactured between august 17 and october 29, 2004. the amount of adhesive applied to the roof seams and interior panels is inadequate for the type of adhesive used which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. also, due to the inadequate joint strength, these buses fail to conform to the seat test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the affected panels and seats may not resist and this could possibly endanger the vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action
Girardin will notify its owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on november 3, 2003. owners may contact girardin at 1-819-477-8222.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Girardin Minibus Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 05V365000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V365000?
NHTSA recall 05V365000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on August 22, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 221/body joint strength/fmvss 210. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V365000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05-011-JSU. 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.