Recall 15V-883: 2014–2016 Micro Bird G5 School Bus, 2014–2016 Micro Bird MB II School Bus

Corp. Micro Bird Inc. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Dec 29, 2015, covering about 464 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-883
Report date
Dec 29, 2015
Vehicles affected
464
Owners notified
Jan 18, 2016

The problem

Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MBII and G5 school buses manufactured May 21, 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 will 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 10-065-AUS.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerCorp. Micro Bird Inc.
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V883000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Micro Bird G5 School Bus2014, 2015, 2016All years
Micro Bird MB II School Bus2014, 2015, 2016All 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 15V-883?

Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MBII and G5 school buses manufactured May 21, 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.

How is recall 15V-883 fixed?

Micro Bird will notify owners, and dealers will 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 10-065-AUS.

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.