NHTSA Recall 11V596000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V596000; Date: Dec. 23, 2011
In the event of a crash, there is a possibility that the metal ceiling panel may partially separate from the body structure creating an opening. A passenger is at risk of serious injury if they are ejected or strike the ceiling panel.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Micro Bird G5; 2010 Micro Bird G5; 2011 Micro Bird G5; 2012 Micro Bird G5
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,227
Recall Summary:
Micro bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 g5 school buses manufactured from November 24, 2009, through December 3, 2011. The joint on the metal ceiling panel fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength. "
How to Fix:
Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on March 5, 2012. Owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-477-2012.
Recall Notes:
Micro bird's recall campaign number is 11-049-jsu. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 5, 2012
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