CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2018 Micro Bird T-Series 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.
Loose AC Power Cable Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Certain school buses have a power cable that may not be firmly connected to the power stud on the air conditioning control board.
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.
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.
Wheelchair lift may stop above floor, risking rider falls
The wheelchair lift's positioning input cam can fail during use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Front seat belt anchor may detach in school buses
Certain Micro Bird G5, MB II, and T-Series school buses may have had the front seat belt anchorage plate installed improperly during manufacturing.
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.
2018 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus questions
Does the 2018 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2018 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Fail to Lock, Risking Injury; Rear emergency door handle may break, delaying rescue; Loose AC Power Cable Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Bus Service Door May Not Open in an Emergency; Emergency Bus Door May Not Stay Open During Evacuation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Micro Bird T-Series 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.