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Micro Bird G5 Bus Recall: Unsecured Wheelchair Risk
Micro Bird recalls certain G5 transit buses due to wheelchair tie-downs that may not lock properly, increasing injury risk. Free dealer inspection available.
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Micro Bird is recalling certain G5 transit buses because an installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking. This leaves the wheelchair improperly secured during transit or a crash. The company will have dealers inspect and secure the anchor screw caps free of charge. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1364774-micro-bird-g5-bus-recall-unsecured-wheelchair-risk.
“Micro Bird G5 Bus Recall: Unsecured Wheelchair Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1364774-micro-bird-g5-bus-recall-unsecured-wheelchair-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #26V147000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V147000).
Micro Bird is recalling certain 2008-2026 G5, 2002-2015 MB II, and 2015-2026 T-Series transit buses due to an unsecured wheelchair hazard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall on March 13, 2026.
How to tell if you have it
Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, 2008-2026
Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus, 2002-2015
Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus, 2015-2026
What to do
Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012.
The hazard
An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. has 9 other recalls on record since 2025-09-11. Other recent recalls include a Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus recall for oil leak fire risk (2026-05-06) and a Micro Bird School Bus recall for unsecured wheelchair risk (2026-03-13). Other recent recalls of similar products include a Micro Bird 2026 G5 School Bus recall for unlocked wheelchair risk (2025-11-08) and a Blue Bird 2027 Vision Bus recall for unsecured wheelchair risk (2026-05-20).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if you own a Micro Bird G5 transit bus with model years between 2008 and 2026. You may have received an owner notification letter mailed on April 29, 2026. Contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012 or reference recall number 26-120-AUC to confirm if your vehicle is included.
Brand
Micro Bird
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact a Dealer
Reach out to an authorized dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair of the anchor screw caps.
Call Customer Service
If you have questions or need assistance, call Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 47 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters mailed
3Added to GovInfoNow
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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