Electrical system
- Component
- Electrical system
- Manufacturer
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 71
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2019-05-16
- Owners notified
- 2019-07-11
Defect description
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GT and T-Series school buses. The heavy duty solenoid may overheat nearby components, possibly causing them to malfunction.
Safety risk
If the nearby components malfunction, the vehicle may unexpectedly stop, increasing the risk of crash. If the nearby components or wiring overheat, there is an increased risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Micro Bird Corporation will notify owners, and provide field modification instructions and a replacement solenoid, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2019. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 19-081-SUS.