Recall 12V-154: 2008 Girardin G5, 2009–2010 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

CORP. MICRO BIRD, INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 2012, covering about 13 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-154
Report date
Apr 5, 2012
Vehicles affected
13
Owners notified
May 11, 2012

The problem

Micro bird is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 micro bird g5 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

The risk

A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâ’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.

The fix

Micro bird will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on may 11, 2012. Owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-477-2012.

Notes

Micro bird's recall campaign number is 12-052-bru.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCORP. MICRO BIRD, INC.
ComponentEquipment Adaptive/Mobility
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V154000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Girardin G52008All years
Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus2009, 2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-154?

Micro bird is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 micro bird g5 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

How is recall 12V-154 fixed?

Micro bird will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on may 11, 2012. Owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-477-2012.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.