Corp. Micro Bird Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2018 Micro Bird G5
— Recall Campaign #18V517000
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Micro Bird G5, MB II, and T-Series transit buses. During manufacturing, the seat belt anchorage plate may not have been correctly attached to the wall, limiting the capacity of the shoulder belt to restrain a passenger in the event of a crash.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 136 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V517000
| Manufacturer: | Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 06, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V517000 |
| Units affected: | 136 |
- Description:
- Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Micro Bird G5, MB II, and T-Series transit buses. During manufacturing, the seat belt anchorage plate may not have been correctly attached to the wall, limiting the capacity of the shoulder belt to restrain a passenger in the event of a crash.
- Consequeces:
- If the belt anchorage plate detaches from the wall, and cannot properly restrain a passenger it can increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Micro Bird Corporation will provide inspection and field modification instructions and the material kit required to complete this recall repair, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 18-075-CUC.
- 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.