Roof air conditioner evaporator separation
Defect Summary
Girardin is recalling 146 my 2006-2008 mb iv school and commercial buses manufactured between january 2006 and august 28, 2008. these buses are equipped with evaporators. the evaporator's support may break off due to the vibration of the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
If this situation occurs and is not repaired, the rear evaporator support could break allowing the evaporator to separate from the ceiling, possibly striking a passenger causing personal injury.
Corrective Action
Girardin will notify owners and repair the buses by installing the evaporators directly to the bus roof. this repair will be done free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2008. owners may contact girardin at 1-819-477-8222.
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FAQ: Recall 08V452000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V452000?
NHTSA recall 08V452000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on September 5, 2008. It addresses: Roof air conditioner evaporator separation. The recall affects approximately 146 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V452000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08-022-ESU. 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.