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Micro Bird G5 School Bus Recall 26V287: Oil Lines May Be Damaged, Risking Leaks and Fire

NHTSA campaign 26V287, reported May 6, 2026, 902 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain school buses with a second air conditioning compressor kit may have a drive belt pulley that can touch and damage the engine oil lines. A damaged oil line can leak oil, and if that oil reaches an ignition source, it can cause a fire.

If your bus is affected, dealers will secure the oil lines at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. You can also contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012 with questions. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your bus is included.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V287Corp. 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 2023-2026 G5 and 2024 MB II school 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-OUS.

Affected vehicles

Micro Bird G5 School Bus2023202420252026
Micro Bird MB II School Bus2024