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- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Problem
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Micro Bird G5 school buses. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 22-097-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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may be inadequate, which can cause a sudden loss of power steering fluid. Losing power steering fluid can mean a loss of both power steering and power brake assist, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own one of these buses, contact an authorized Micro Bird dealer to have the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit inspected. The dealer will replace the power steering lines if needed. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. You can also contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and reference recall number 22-097-PUS. Check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Micro Bird G5 School Bus | 2019202020212022 |
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