There have been 40 safety recalls for the Micro Bird G5. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Micro Bird G5.
a broken bolt may allow the suspension to shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Micro Bird G5, 2024 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2023 g5 school buses. the u-bolts securing the suspension blades may break. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a broken bolt may allow the suspension to shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2023 g5 transit buses. the u-bolts securing the suspension blades may break. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Micro Bird G5, 2024 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2023-2024 g5 school buses. the engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling one 2023 g5 transit bus. the engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an improperly attached seat can detach in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Micro Bird G5, 2012 Micro Bird G5, 2013 Micro Bird G5, 2014 Micro Bird G5, 2015 Micro Bird G5, 2016 Micro Bird G5, 2017 Micro Bird G5, 2018 Micro Bird G5, 2019 Micro Bird G5, 2020 Micro Bird G5, 2021 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird G5, 2023 Micro Bird G5, 2024 Micro Bird G5, 2025 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: SEATS |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2011-2025 micro bird g5 school buses, equipped with certain tracked 2-place seats with lap and shoulder seat belts. the seats may be improperly attached.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird G5, 2023 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2023 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2022 Micro Bird T-series |
| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Recall Summary: corp. micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling one 2019 micro bird g5 transit bus. an inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Micro Bird G5, 2020 Micro Bird G5, 2021 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird G5 |
| Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Micro Bird G5, 2013 Micro Bird G5, 2014 Micro Bird G5, 2015 Micro Bird G5, 2016 Micro Bird G5, 2017 Micro Bird G5, 2018 Micro Bird G5, 2019 Micro Bird G5, 2020 Micro Bird G5, 2021 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird G5, 2023 Micro Bird G5, 2012 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2013 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2014 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2015 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2017 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2018 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2019 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2020 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2021 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2022 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2023 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2015 Micro Bird T-series, 2016 Micro Bird T-series, 2017 Micro Bird T-series, 2018 Micro Bird T-series, 2019 Micro Bird T-series, 2020 Micro Bird T-series, 2021 Micro Bird T-series, 2022 Micro Bird T-series |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Micro Bird G5, 2014 Micro Bird G5, 2015 Micro Bird G5, 2016 Micro Bird G5, 2017 Micro Bird G5, 2018 Micro Bird G5, 2019 Micro Bird G5, 2020 Micro Bird G5, 2021 Micro Bird G5, 2022 Micro Bird G5, 2012 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2013 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2014 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2015 Micro Bird Mb Ii, 2015 Micro Bird T-series, 2016 Micro Bird T-series, 2017 Micro Bird T-series, 2018 Micro Bird T-series, 2019 Micro Bird T-series |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Apr. 8, 2025 | Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:u-bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle | 102 |
| Apr. 8, 2025 | Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:u-bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle | 3 |
| Sep. 20, 2024 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:belts And Associated Pulleys | 1 |
| Sep. 20, 2024 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:belts And Associated Pulleys | 96 |
| Jun. 17, 2024 | Seats | 463 |
| Nov. 3, 2022 | Structure:body | 777 |
| Oct. 28, 2022 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections | 99 |
| Oct. 28, 2022 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections | 1 |
| Sep. 23, 2022 | Electrical System | 45 |
| Sep. 23, 2022 | Electrical System | 2,753 |
| Oct. 1, 2021 | Wheel | 1 |
| Oct. 1, 2021 | Wheel | 3 |
| Dec. 12, 2017 | Structure:body:roof And Pillars | 292 |
| Sep. 8, 2017 | Seats | 25 |
| Apr. 6, 2017 | Other Fuel System | 43 |
| Jun. 14, 2016 | Structure:body:door/window:emergency Exit | 79 |
| Dec. 30, 2015 | Other:school Bus Stop Arm Assembly | 66 |
| Dec. 29, 2015 | Wheel | 42 |
| Dec. 29, 2015 | Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts | 464 |
| Nov. 19, 2015 | Adaptive Equipment | 25 |
| Nov. 18, 2015 | Adaptive Equipment | 223 |
| Aug. 31, 2015 | Electrical System:battery:cables | 11 |
| Aug. 31, 2015 | Electrical System:battery:cables | 283 |
| May. 29, 2015 | Seats | 10 |
| Oct. 6, 2014 | Adaptive Equipment | 222 |
| Oct. 6, 2014 | Adaptive Equipment | 7 |
| Jun. 6, 2014 | Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 38 |
| Sep. 9, 2013 | Structure:body | 14 |
| Jul. 25, 2012 | Structure:body:roof And Pillars | 11 |
| Apr. 5, 2012 | Adaptive Equipment | 13 |
| Dec. 23, 2011 | Structure:body | 1,227 |
| Sep. 19, 2011 | Seats | 1,059 |
| Aug. 15, 2011 | Electrical System:wiring | 671 |
| Jun. 6, 2011 | Electrical System:wiring | 143 |
| Jun. 6, 2011 | Electrical System:wiring | 45 |
| Apr. 11, 2011 | Exterior Lighting | 109 |
| Aug. 13, 2010 | Equipment | 130 |
| Mar. 25, 2010 | Adaptive Equipment | 49 |
| Mar. 25, 2010 | Adaptive Equipment | 103 |
| Feb. 25, 2010 | Seats | 582 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2025 Micro Bird G5 | 1 |
| 2024 Micro Bird G5 | 3 |
| 2023 Micro Bird G5 | 7 |
| 2022 Micro Bird G5 | 7 |
| 2021 Micro Bird G5 | 5 |
| 2020 Micro Bird G5 | 4 |
| 2019 Micro Bird G5 | 5 |
| 2018 Micro Bird G5 | 3 |
| 2017 Micro Bird G5 | 5 |
| 2016 Micro Bird G5 | 10 |
| 2015 Micro Bird G5 | 11 |
| 2014 Micro Bird G5 | 12 |
| 2013 Micro Bird G5 | 12 |
| 2012 Micro Bird G5 | 10 |
| 2011 Micro Bird G5 | 14 |
| 2010 Micro Bird G5 | 16 |
| 2009 Micro Bird G5 | 10 |
| 2008 Micro Bird G5 | 5 |
| 2007 Micro Bird G5 | 6 |
| 2006 Micro Bird G5 | 6 |