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Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus Recall 26V286: Oil Lines Can Rub Pulley, Risking Leak and Fire

NHTSA campaign 26V286, reported May 6, 2026, 30 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The drive belt pulley on certain buses equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit may contact and damage the oil lines. Over time, this damage can cause an oil leak.

An oil leak increases the risk of a fire if an ignition source is present. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.

Authorized dealers will secure the oil lines free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. For questions, contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V286Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PIPES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2025 G5 transit buses built on a GM chassis and equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit. The drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines.
Risk
A damaged oil like may leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the oil lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-121-OUC.

Affected vehicles

Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus202320242025