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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Problem
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2019 MBII propane-powered buses. Following the relocation of the propane conversion controller grounding wire, after deactivation of the main battery cut-off switch, the propane module may fail, preventing the engine from starting or causing a short-circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Micro Bird will notify owners and dealers will relocate the ground, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2020. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 20-085-PUS.
- 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
Certain 2019 Micro Bird MB II school and transit buses equipped with propane conversion systems may have a grounding wire that was moved during production. After the main battery cut-off switch is turned off, the propane module may fail, which can prevent the engine from starting or cause a short circuit.
A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange for the repair as soon as possible.
Micro Bird will notify owners, and authorized dealers will relocate the ground wire free of charge. You can contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and reference recall number 20-085-PUS. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Micro Bird MB II School Bus | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus | 2019 |