CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus has 19 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus recalls
Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Fail to Lock, Risking Injury
Some school buses equipped for wheelchair passengers may have an installation error that prevents the wheelchair tie-downs from locking.
Rear emergency door handle may break, delaying rescue
The rear emergency door exterior handle on certain Micro Bird school buses can break unexpectedly when force is applied.
Bus Seats May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Certain Micro Bird G5 school buses have tracked two-place seats with lap and shoulder belts that may not be properly attached to the floor.
Wheelchair Anchors May Detach in a Crash
Certain school buses have wheelchair track anchorages that may not hold a wheelchair securely and can detach during a crash.
Damaged wiring can short circuit and cause a fire
An inactive electrical harness routed through an opening in the B-pillar can rub against sharp edges inside that opening and become damaged.
Damaged wiring may short and cause a fire
An inactive electrical harness routed through an opening in the B-pillar can rub against sharp edges inside that opening.
Bus Service Door May Not Open in an Emergency
The emergency release handle on the service door may bind, which can keep the door panels from opening.
Emergency Bus Door May Not Stay Open During Evacuation
Certain Micro Bird school buses and transit buses may have an emergency door retaining device that can fail to keep the emergency door in the open position.
Seat Foam May Not Absorb Crash Impact, Raising Injury Risk
Certain school buses have seat foam in the knee impact area of the lower seat back that may not absorb enough energy in a crash.
Roof May Crush Too Much in a Rollover, Raising Injury Risk
This recall covers certain school buses with an unloaded weight above 10,013 pounds, built between 2006 and 2017.
Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open
Certain wheelchair lifts built by Ricon Corporation and installed in these school buses may have folding link arms with pivot holes that are too large.
2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus questions
Does the 2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls for the 2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Fail to Lock, Risking Injury; Rear emergency door handle may break, delaying rescue; Bus Seats May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk; Wheelchair Anchors May Detach in a Crash; Damaged wiring can short circuit and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.