2019–2022 Micro Bird G5 School Bus: Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
NHTSA campaign 22V811000 · 99 units potentially affected · filed Oct 28, 2022
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V811000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22-097-PUS
- Manufacturer
- Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Units affected
- 99
- Report received
- Oct 28, 2022
- Owner letters
- Dec 22, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Micro Bird G5 School Bus 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022