Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V691000 Reported December 29, 2008

Fmvss 209/missing mfg seat belt label

Q: What is recall 08V691000?

NHTSA recall 08V691000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on December 29, 2008. It addresses: Fmvss 209/missing mfg seat belt label. The recall affects approximately 210 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Girardin Minibus Inc. · N/A · 210 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

08V691000

Manufacturer Campaign

08-024-SBU

Manufacturer

Girardin Minibus Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

210

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

December 29, 2008

Defect Summary

Girardin is recalling 210 my 2008 and 2009 mb ii and g5 school buses manufactured between august 1 and december 12, 2008, equipped with seat belts (option smk2, sbk3). the seat belts may not have the cording or tag identification which does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."

Safety Consequence

This standard requires proper identification of the seat belt manufacturer for seat belt assemblies.

Corrective Action

Girardin will notify owners and replace noncompliant seat belts free of charge. the recall began on january 9, 2009. owners may contact girardin 1-819-477-8222 ext. 401.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 08V691000 or campaign 08-024-SBU.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 08V691000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V691000?

NHTSA recall 08V691000 was issued by Girardin Minibus Inc. on December 29, 2008. It addresses: Fmvss 209/missing mfg seat belt label. The recall affects approximately 210 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Girardin Minibus Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V691000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08-024-SBU. 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.