CarRecallWatch- Component
- WHEELS
- Problem
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MBII and G5 transit buses manufactured September 5, 2014, to November 24, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a camber caster kit bolt that was insufficiently torqued, causing the bolt to come loose.
- Risk
- An insufficiently torqued bolt may become loose and fall out causing vehicle misalignment. Loss of vehicle control is possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Micro Bird will notify owners, and dealers correct the torque, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2016. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 15-065-AUC.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A camber caster kit bolt on certain transit buses may not have been tightened to the correct torque during assembly. Over time, the bolt can loosen and fall out, which can misalign the vehicle.
Misalignment can lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle inspected as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Micro Bird will notify registered owners, and authorized dealers will correct the bolt torque at no cost. You can contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and reference recall number 15-065-AUC. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | 201420152016 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus | 201420152016 |