Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 33 recalls on file for the Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus (2006–2026).

Complaints: 0
Recalls: 33
Model years: 21
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus model year

Year	Recalls	Top problem
2026 G5 Transit Bus	5	—
2025 G5 Transit Bus	5	—
2024 G5 Transit Bus	6	—
2023 G5 Transit Bus	7	—
2022 G5 Transit Bus	6	—
2021 G5 Transit Bus	7	—
2020 G5 Transit Bus	6	—
2019 G5 Transit Bus	14	—
2018 G5 Transit Bus	13	—
2017 G5 Transit Bus	10	—
2016 G5 Transit Bus	12	—
2015 G5 Transit Bus	13	—
2014 G5 Transit Bus	13	—
2013 G5 Transit Bus	11	—
2012 G5 Transit Bus	7	—
2011 G5 Transit Bus	8	—
2010 G5 Transit Bus	10	—
2009 G5 Transit Bus	9	—
2008 G5 Transit Bus	7	—
2007 G5 Transit Bus	5	—
2006 G5 Transit Bus	5	—

Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus recalls

Recall 26V286000May 6, 202630 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025
Risk: A damaged oil like may leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Recall 26V148000Mar 13, 202646 vehiclesModel years 2026
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 26V147000Mar 13, 2026345 vehiclesModel years 2008–2026
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 25V843000Dec 8, 202552 vehiclesModel years 2026
Risk: A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 25V839000Dec 5, 2025513 vehiclesModel years 2022–2026
Risk: A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 25V752000Oct 31, 202564 vehiclesModel years 2024–2026
Risk: An unlocked wheelchair can move during transit or during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 25V600000Sep 11, 20252,454 vehiclesModel years 2025
Risk: The door panel may remain in the open position or open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of passenger being injured falling out of the bus.
Recall 25V599000Sep 11, 2025419 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024
Risk: The door panel may remain in the open position or open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of passenger being injured falling out of the bus.
Recall 25V222000Apr 8, 20253 vehiclesModel years 2023
Risk: A broken bolt may allow the suspension to shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 24V706000Sep 20, 20241 vehiclesModel years 2023
Risk: A loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 24V485000Jun 27, 2024794 vehiclesModel years 2008–2024
Risk: In the event of an emergency, a broken door handle can prevent or delay emergency responders from entering the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 24V241000Mar 28, 20241 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 23V606000Aug 30, 20236 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021
Risk: Seats that detach may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Recall 22V812000Oct 28, 20221 vehiclesModel years 2019
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.
Recall 22V714000Sep 23, 202245 vehiclesModel years 2013–2022
Risk: A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 22V692000Sep 15, 20227 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2018–2019
Risk: An improperly crimped wire may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 22V287000Apr 28, 202214,229 vehiclesModel years 2006–2021
Risk: A damaged electrical harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V991000Dec 17, 202175 vehiclesModel years 2013–2021
Risk: Occupants may have to unfold the seat to access the exit handle and instructions, delaying an emergency evacuation and increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 21V772000Oct 1, 20211 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: Misaligned wheels may result in uneven tire wear and stress on the suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 21V531000Jul 13, 20211,323 vehiclesModel years 2006–2022
Risk: The service door may not open, preventing evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 21V039000Feb 1, 2021564 vehiclesModel years 2013–2019
Risk: If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V036000Feb 1, 20215,413 vehiclesModel years 2014–2019
Risk: If the electric cabling is damaged, certain safety accessories or lamps may stop working, or a short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 20V133000Mar 6, 202017,693 vehiclesModel years 2006–2019
Risk: If the emergency door won't stay open during an evacuation it can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 19V376000May 16, 201971 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If the nearby components malfunction, the vehicle may unexpectedly stop, increasing the risk of crash. If the nearby components or wiring overheat, there is an increased risk of fire.
Recall 18V517000Aug 6, 2018136 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018
Risk: If the belt anchorage plate detaches from the wall, and cannot properly restrain a passenger it can increase the risk of injury.

Other Micro Bird models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology