2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus recalls and problems
The 2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Micro Bird dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus recalls
Recall 22V-287: Electrical System
Problem: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2006-2021 MBII and G5 transit buses. An inactive electrical harness that is secured in an opening in the B-pillar may become damaged from sharp edges inside the opening.
Risk: A damaged electrical harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will secure the electrical harness and remove the fuse linked to the main cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Micro Bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 22-092-HUS.
Recall 20V-133: Structure
Problem: Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2004-2021 T-Series, G5, and MBII school buses. The emergency door retaining device may fail to keep the door in an open position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Risk: If the emergency door won't stay open during an evacuation it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Micro Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to repair the emergency door retaining device, free of charge. The recall April 24, 2020. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 20-084-RUS.
Recall 18V-517: Seat Belts
Problem: Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Micro Bird G5, MB II, and T-Series transit buses. During manufacturing, the seat belt anchorage plate may not have been correctly attached to the wall, limiting the capacity of the shoulder belt to restrain a passenger in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the belt anchorage plate detaches from the wall, and cannot properly restrain a passenger it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Micro Bird Corporation will provide inspection and field modification instructions and the material kit required to complete this recall repair, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 18-075-CUC.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus: 22V-287 (electrical system), 20V-133 (structure), 18V-517 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Micro Bird recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Micro Bird dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.