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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2022 G5, 2015-2019 T-Series, and 2012-2015 MBII transit buses. The power cable that provides electricity to the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board.
- Risk
- A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will redirect the power cable and secure the power cable connect as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 2, 2023. Owners may contact Micro Bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 22-096-VUC.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A power cable that feeds the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board. Over time, this loose connection can cause the control board to overheat and melt.
This condition increases the risk of a fire. If you own an affected transit bus, have the air conditioning electrical connection checked promptly and do not ignore warning signs such as unusual odors or signs of overheating near the AC controls.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will redirect the power cable and secure the connection as necessary at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 2, 2023. You can also contact Micro Bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012 (recall number 22-096-VUC), and check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | 2013201420152016201720182019202020212022 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus | 2012201320142015 |
| Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus | 20152016201720182019 |