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SevereNHTSA·24V706000·Announced 2024-09-20

Micro Bird Recalls 2023 G5 Transit Bus for Engine Belt Tensioner Defect

Micro Bird is recalling one 2023 G5 transit bus because a failing engine drive belt tensioner can cause a loose belt, leading to power steering loss or fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine drive belt tensioner) that can lead to loss of power steering and increased risk of crash or fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling one 2023 G5 transit bus due to a defect in the engine drive belt tensioner. The tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.

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.

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. 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 nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MICRO BIRD G5 TRANSIT BUS
Brand
MICRO BIRD
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • G5 TRANSIT BUS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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