28 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - 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 #2 - 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 #3 - 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 #4 - 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 #5 - 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 #6 - 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 #7 - 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 #8 - 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 #9 - 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 #10 - 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 #11 - 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 #12 - 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 #13 - 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 #14 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-07-28
Description
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.
Consequence
Insufficiently attached panels may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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 - 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 #16 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Posted on: 2022-10-28
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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 are expected to be mailed december 12, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-097-pus.
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 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-28
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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 are expected to be mailed december 12, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-097-pus.
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 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-11-04
Description
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.
Consequence
Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Once the remedy has been finalized, micro bird will provide instructions and parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 19, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-098-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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #19 - 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 #20 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Posted on: 2022-10-28
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-28
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-11-04
Description
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.
Consequence
Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Once the remedy has been finalized, micro bird will provide instructions and parts, 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.
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 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-11-04
Description
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.
Consequence
Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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 #25 - 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 #26 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-11-04
Description
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.
Consequence
Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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 #27 - 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 #28 - SEATS
Posted on: 2023-08-31
Description
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 and 2021 g5 transit buses. The seats located over the fuel filler and equipped with seat belts may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence
Seats that detach may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed october 5, 2023. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 23-103-puc.
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.