Model year record

2023 MICRO BIRD G5 Transit BUS

7 recall campaigns on file for this model year. No owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V286000

Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pipes, hoses, and fittings

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pipes, hoses, and fittings
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
30
Reported to NHTSA
2026-05-06
Owners notified
2026-07-01

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2025 G5 transit buses built on a GM chassis and equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit. The drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines.

Safety risk

A damaged oil like may leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will secure the oil lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-121-OUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V147000

Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor

Component
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
345
Reported to NHTSA
2026-03-13
Owners notified
2026-04-29

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2002-2015 MB II, 2008-2026 G5, and 2015-2026 T-Series transit buses. An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured.

Safety risk

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V839000

Electrical system: wiring

Component
Electrical system: wiring
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
513
Reported to NHTSA
2025-12-05
Owners notified
2026-01-30

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023, 2025 T-Series and 2022-2026 G5 transit buses. The power cable providing electricity to the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board.

Safety risk

A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will secure the power cable and power stud as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-118-SUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V599000

Structure: body: door

Component
Structure: body: door
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
419
Reported to NHTSA
2025-09-11
Owners notified
2025-11-07

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2025 G5 transit buses equipped with a power-assisted service door. The rod-eye rings attaching the front and rear door panels to the opening gear may delaminate, preventing the door from being controlled by the driver.

Safety risk

The door panel may remain in the open position or open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of passenger being injured falling out of the bus.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the service door mechanism for signs of rod-eye ring delamination and repair the mechanism as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-114-UUS. 25-116-RUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V222000

Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle

Component
Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
3
Reported to NHTSA
2025-04-08
Owners notified
2025-05-22

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023 G5 transit buses. The u-bolts securing the suspension blades may break.

Safety risk

A broken bolt may allow the suspension to shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace main screw and the u-bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-114-UUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V706000

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
1
Reported to NHTSA
2024-09-20
Owners notified
2024-11-06

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer remedy

A dealer will replace the engine drive belt tensioner and belt, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed November 6, 2024. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-111-GUC.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V485000

Structure: body: door: handle: exterior

Component
Structure: body: door: handle: exterior
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Vehicles affected
794
Reported to NHTSA
2024-06-27
Owners notified
2024-08-15

Defect description

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2008-2024 G5, 2008-2015 MBII, and 2015-2023 T-Series transit buses. The rear emergency door exterior handle may unexpectedly break under applied force.

Safety risk

In the event of an emergency, a broken door handle can prevent or delay emergency responders from entering the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the rear emergency door exterior handle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-109-EUC.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

No complaints recorded for this model year.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.