Recall 15V884000: 2014–2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, 2014–2016 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 29, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 42
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MBII and G5 transit buses manufactured September 5, 2014, to November 24, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a camber caster kit bolt that was insufficiently torqued, causing the bolt to come loose.
The risk
An insufficiently torqued bolt may become loose and fall out causing vehicle misalignment. Loss of vehicle control is possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Micro Bird will notify owners, and dealers correct the torque, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2016. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 15-065-AUC.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus
- 2015 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus
- 2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus
- 2014 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus
- 2015 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus
- 2016 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V884000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 15-065-AUC
- Manufacturer
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 18, 2016
- Components
- Wheels (Wheels & Tires)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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