MICRO BIRD G5 2023: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V707000
| 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-GUS
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 96
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. "Micro Bird" is recalling certain 2023-2024 G5 school buses. The engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.
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.
Dealers will replace the engine drive belt tensioner and belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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-GUS.
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.
