CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus recalls
Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Injury
Certain transit buses have a wheelchair tie-down problem caused by an installation error.
Rear emergency door handle may break, delaying exit
The rear emergency door exterior handle can break unexpectedly when force is applied to it.
Defroster May Fail, Reducing Windshield Visibility
A LIN gateway module in certain vehicles may fail, causing the windshield defrosting and defogging system to stop working.
Bus Seats Over Fuel Filler May Detach in a Crash
Certain transit buses have seats located over the fuel filler, equipped with seat belts, that may detach.
Power Steering Leak Can Cause Loss of Steering and Brake Assist
A connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may be inadequate, which can allow power steering fluid to leak out suddenly.
Loose Wire Can Overheat AC Board and Cause Fire
A power cable that feeds the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board.
Wiring in Charging Port May Overheat and Cause Fire
Some electric school buses from 2018 and 2019 may have electrical wires in the vehicle charging port that were improperly crimped.
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.
Fold-Away Seat May Block Emergency Exit Release Handle
A fold-away seat next to a side emergency exit may block access to the exit's release handle and its instruction label.
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.
Damaged Wiring Can Disable Lamps or Cause a Fire
Certain Micro Bird G5 school and transit buses have electrical wiring routed behind the driver's seat that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
Damaged wiring may cause short circuit and fire risk
Certain buses have electrical wiring routed behind the driver's seat that may have been damaged during rivet installation.
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.
Overheating Solenoid Can Stall Bus or Cause Fire
A heavy duty solenoid in certain buses may overheat, which can cause nearby electrical components to malfunction.
2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus questions
Does the 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Injury; Rear emergency door handle may break, delaying exit; Defroster May Fail, Reducing Windshield Visibility; Bus Seats Over Fuel Filler May Detach in a Crash; Power Steering Leak Can Cause Loss of Steering and Brake Assist. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit 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.