MICRO BIRD G5 2023: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V706000

Make Model Year
MICRO BIRD G5 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-11-06 2024-09-20 2024-09-24

Manufacturers Involved: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 24-111-GUC

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. "Micro Bird" is recalling one 2023 G5 transit bus. The engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.

Consequence

A loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

A dealer will replace the engine drive belt tensioner and belt, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed November 6, 2024. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-111-GUC.

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 nhtsa.gov.