CarRecallWatch- Component
- 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 one 2019 Micro Bird G5 transit bus. 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
- A dealer will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letter 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-PUC.
- 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 allow power steering fluid to leak out suddenly.
If power steering fluid is lost suddenly, the vehicle can lose both power steering and power brake assist, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously.
A dealer will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit and replace the power steering lines as necessary, at no charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed December 22, 2022 can contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012, referencing recall number 22-097-PUC. You can also check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | 2019 |
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