The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·26V149000·Announced 2026-03-13

Micro Bird Recalls School Buses Due to Wheelchair Tie-Down Defect

Micro Bird is recalling certain school 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.

Plain-English summary

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling certain 2003-2026 MB II, 2006-2026 G5, and 2015-2026 T-Series school buses. The recall involves 584 vehicles.

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.

Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AUS.

The recalled product

Product
MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS, MB II SCHOOL BUS, T-SERIES SCHOOL BUS
Brand
MICRO BIRD
Manufacturer
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — School Bus
Hazard
Affected units
584

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 (3)

  • G5 SCHOOL BUS
  • MB II SCHOOL BUS
  • T-SERIES SCHOOL BUS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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