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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recalls for the 2022 MICRO BIRD G5-COMMERCIAL-BUS?
- There are 12 recall(s) for the 2022 MICRO BIRD G5-COMMERCIAL-BUS, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 251494 [USA]: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corp. Mirco bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2019-2022 g5 school buses. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid. the remedy is currently under development. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22v-811 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 19, 2024. Owners may contact mirco bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 24-107-fus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 251982 [USA]: An inoperative windshield defrosting system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2019 g5 school buses. A lin gateway module may fail causing the defrosting system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems." dealer will replace the lin gateway module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 13, 2024. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 24-105-cus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 246931 [USA]: Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2021-2023 g5, 2022-2023 mbii, and 2022 t-series school buses. The seat-level rub rails may be incorrectly attached to the side of the bus. micro bird will inspect and secure the rub rails, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed december 22, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-098-rus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 240445 [USA]: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2019-2022 micro bird g5 school buses. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid. dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed december 22, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-097-pus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 238546 [USA]: A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2022 g5, 2015-2019 t-series, and 2012-2015 mbii transit buses. The power cable that provides electricity to the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board. dealers will redirect the power cable and secure the power cable connect as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 2, 2023. Owners may contact micro bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vuc. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 231209 [USA]: Insufficiently attached panels may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2021-2022 g5, mbii, and t-series school buses. The inside panels under the windows may have been insufficiently attached. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, "school bus body joint strength." dealers will provide parts and instructions on how to correct the defect, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact micro bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-094-pus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 188294 [USA]: Misaligned wheels may result in uneven tire wear and stress on the suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling one 2022 g5 transit bus. During wheel alignment, the alignment ring was installed at an incorrect angle, which can cause the wheels to become misaligned. a dealer will re-align the wheels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 3, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-088-auc. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 202971 [USA]: The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2003-2015 mbii, 2015-2021 t-series, and 2006-2022 g5 transit buses. The emergency release handle on the service door may bind, not allowing the door panels to open. dealers will provide instructions on how to correctly adjust the service door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on september 9, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-087-duc. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 206018 [USA]: The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, and increasing the risk of injury.
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2003-2022 mbii, t-series, and g5 school buses. The emergency release handle on the service door may bind, not allowing the door panels to open. dealers will provide instructions on how to correctly adjust the service door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on september 8, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-087-dus. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Nhtsa.Gov.
Recall 2021779 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
Issue: on certain buses, a fold-away seat was placed next to the emergency exit window. When the seat is folded, it may block the instruction label and release handle for the emergency exit. As a result, you may not be able to open the exit window without unfolding the seat. Safety risk: an emergency exit that is difficult to open could slow your exit from the bus in an emergency. This could create an increased risk of injury. Corrective action: micro bird will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a dealer to have your vehicle(s) inspected and repaired.
Recall 2021436 [Canada]: Structure
Issue: on certain buses, the service door may not be adjusted correctly. As a result, the door panels may get stuck when the emergency release handle is used, or may not open when force is applied to the door. Additionally, the exterior emergency release handle may not allow the service door to be opened from outside of the bus. Safety risk: a door that cannot be opened could delay exiting the bus in an emergency. This could also delay emergency response. Both of these issues could increase the risk of injury. Corrective actions: micro bird will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your bus to a dealer to adjust the service door. Alternatively, micro bird will provide owners instructions on how to correctly adjust the service door.
Recall 2022204 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
Issue: on certain buses, the fold-away seat(s) may not have been attached correctly. As a result, the seat(s) could detach in a crash. Safety risk: a seat that moves or detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury. Corrective action: micro bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect the fold-out seat(s). If the seat(s) are not properly installed, micro bird will advise you to contact a dealer to have the seat(s) re-installed correctly.
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