Corp. Micro Bird Inc. is recalling certain 2016-2017 G5 school buses
— Recall Campaign #17V234000
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G5 school buses, equipped with certain Generation 4 Propane Conversion Kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 43 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V234000
| Manufacturer: | Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 06, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V234000 |
| Units affected: | 43 |
- Description:
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G5 school buses, equipped with certain Generation 4 Propane Conversion Kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
- Consequeces:
- An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Micro Bird will notify owners, and Roush CleanTech dealers will replace the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2017. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service 1-819-477-2012, or Roush CleanTech at 1-800-597-6874. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 17-069-CUS.
- 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.