Battery box cable
Defect Summary
Certain my 2004 through 2008 girardin mb ii and mb iv school and commercial minibuses manufactured between april 14, 2004, and november 28, 2007, built on ford e350 and e450 diesel chassis. the affected buses are equipped with option bbx (battery box). the protection from abrasion on the battery cables that cross in the battery box is inadequate. it may create a short circuit in case the abrasion between the cables is excessive.
Safety Consequence
This short circuit could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses by adding protective tubes free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2008. owners can contact girardin at 819-477-8222.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Girardin Minibus Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 07V574000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V574000?
NHTSA recall 07V574000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on December 14, 2007. It addresses: Battery box cable. The recall affects approximately 640 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 07V574000 or the manufacturer campaign number 07-019-BXU. 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.