Micro Bird Recalls 2026 G5 Transit Buses for Wheelchair Tie-Down Defect
Micro Bird USA LLC is recalling 2026 G5 transit buses because an installation error may prevent wheelchair tie-downs from locking, increasing injury risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for potential injury during transit or a crash.
Plain-English summary
Micro Bird USA LLC is recalling certain 2026 G5 transit buses. The recall addresses an installation error that may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured.
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, which increases the risk of injury to the occupant.
Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 30, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird's Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AVC.
The recalled product
- Product
- MICRO BIRD G5 TRANSIT BUS
- Brand
- MICRO BIRD
- Manufacturer
- Micro Bird USA LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Transit Bus
- Affected units
- 46
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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