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Micro Bird CT-Series Recall 20V004: Oversized Breaker Can Overheat Wiring and Cause Fire

NHTSA campaign 20V004, reported January 6, 2020, 134 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A 150-amp circuit breaker under the driver's seat may be oversized. It may not open quickly enough to cut power to the electrical panel supply, so the wiring can overheat.

Overheating wiring creates an increased risk of fire. If you own one of these shuttle buses, do not ignore this recall.

The repair is free. Micro Bird will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the breaker at no charge. You can contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and reference recall number 19-083-BUC. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V004Corp. Micro Bird Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Problem
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2019 CT-Series shuttle buses. The 150A breaker located under the driver's seat may be oversized and may not open fast enough to power off the electrical panel supply, which can lead to overheating of the wires.
Risk
If the wires overheat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Micro Bird will notify owners and dealers will replace the breaker, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 19-083-BUC.
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.

Affected vehicles

Micro Bird CT-Series20152016201720182019