Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 6, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. recalls 2015–2018 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, T-series Transit Bus, MB II Transit Bus

Recall number

18V517000

Brand / firm

Micro Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 136 units

Why it was recalled

If the belt anchorage plate detaches from the wall, and cannot properly restrain a passenger it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Micro Bird G5, MB II, and T-Series transit buses. During manufacturing, the seat belt anchorage plate may not have been correctly attached to the wall, limiting the capacity of the shoulder belt to restrain a passenger in the event of a crash.

What to do

Micro Bird Corporation will provide inspection and field modification instructions and the material kit required to complete this recall repair, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 18-075-CUC.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.