Girardin · Canada · Crit
Girardin G5 School Bus: High Voltage
Affects Girardin G5 School Bus · 2018–2024 — about 141 vehicles.
The hazard
Issue: On certain G5 electric school buses built on a Ford chassis, a problem with the vehicle control software could cause overheating in the high-voltage battery pack and electrical arcing (sparks) in the charging circuit. Note: This recall only affects buses equipped with Ecotuned Technologies MK3 kit with software version 1139 or lower. Safety Risk: Overheating of the high-voltage battery and electrical arcing can create the risk of fire. Corrective Actions: MicroBird will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact Ecotuned Technologies, who will make arrangements to install a software update.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.