24 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Posted on: 2017-04-10
Description
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2016-2017 g5 school buses, equipped with certain generation 4 propane conversion kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners, and roush cleantech dealers will replace the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils, free of charge. The recall began on april 25, 2017. Owners may contact micro bird customer service 1-819-477-2012, or roush cleantech at 1-800-597-6874. Micro bird's number for this recall is 17-069-cus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Posted on: 2017-04-10
Description
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2016-2017 g5 school buses, equipped with certain generation 4 propane conversion kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners, and roush cleantech dealers will replace the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils, free of charge. The recall began on april 25, 2017. Owners may contact micro bird customer service 1-819-477-2012, or roush cleantech at 1-800-597-6874. Micro bird's number for this recall is 17-069-cus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Posted on: 2017-12-15
Description
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2006-2017 g5 school buses with an unloaded weight more than 10,013 pounds. In a rollover, the roof may crush excessively. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 220, school bus rollover protection.
Consequence
If roof crushes more than the rollover standards allow for the weight and configuration of the bus, the occupants have a greater risk of injury in the event of a rollover crash.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will modify the buses to prevent the roof from crushing excessively in a rollover, free of charge. The recall began on january 26, 2018. For more information, owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-475-9633. Micro bird's number for this recall is 17-072-gus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2020-03-06
Description
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2004-2021 t-series, g5, and mbii school buses. The emergency door retaining device may fail to keep the door in an open position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
If the emergency door won't stay open during an evacuation it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to repair the emergency door retaining device, free of charge. The recall april 24, 2020. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 20-084-rus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2020-03-06
Description
Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2004-2021 t-series, g5, and mbii school buses. The emergency door retaining device may fail to keep the door in an open position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
If the emergency door won't stay open during an evacuation it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to repair the emergency door retaining device, free of charge. The recall april 24, 2020. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 20-084-rus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2014-2021 micro bird g5 vehicles with electrical wiring, routed behind the driver's seat, that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
Consequence
If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners and dealers will provide field modification instructions, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin march 24, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-086-wus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2014-2021 micro bird g5 vehicles with electrical wiring, routed behind the driver's seat, that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
Consequence
If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners and dealers will provide field modification instructions, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin march 24, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-086-wus.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 micro bird g5 school buses with electrical wiring, routed behind the driver's seat, that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
Consequence
If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners and dealers will provide field modification instructions, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin march 22, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-086-wuc.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 micro bird g5 school buses with electrical wiring, routed behind the driver's seat, that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
Consequence
If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will notify owners and dealers will provide field modification instructions, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin march 22, 2021. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-086-wuc.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #10 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM
Posted on: 2021-07-14
Description
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.
Consequence
The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #11 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM
Posted on: 2021-07-14
Description
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.
Consequence
The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #12 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM
Posted on: 2021-07-14
Description
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.
Consequence
The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #13 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM
Posted on: 2021-07-14
Description
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.
Consequence
The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #14 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #15 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #16 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #17 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #18 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #19 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE
Posted on: 2021-12-20
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 g5 transit buses. The fold-away seat, adjacent to a side emergency exit, may obstruct access to the emergency exit release handle and instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will provide inspection instructions to owners. Dealers will apply a new instruction label or relocate the emergency exit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 15, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 21-089-fuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #20 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2022-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the defect, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on november 14, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vuc.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #21 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2022-09-23
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro) is recalling certain 2012-2023 g5, 2012-2023 mbii and 2015-2022 t-series school 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.
Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the defect, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed november 14, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vus.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #22 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2022-09-23
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro) is recalling certain 2012-2023 g5, 2012-2023 mbii and 2015-2022 t-series school 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.
Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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 customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vus.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #23 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2022-09-23
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro) is recalling certain 2012-2023 g5, 2012-2023 mbii and 2015-2022 t-series school 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.
Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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 customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vus.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #24 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2022-09-23
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro) is recalling certain 2012-2023 g5, 2012-2023 mbii and 2015-2022 t-series school 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.
Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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 customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-096-vus.
Notes
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.