NHTSA Recall 11V596000: Body (structure)
CORP. MICRO BIRD, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,227 vehicles. It affects 2009–2012 Micro Bird G5 School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V596000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11-049-JSU |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | December 23, 2011 |
| Owner notification | March 5, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Micro bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 g5 school buses manufactured from november 24, 2009, through december 3, 2011. The joint on the metal ceiling panel fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, there is a possibility that the metal ceiling panel may partially separate from the body structure creating an opening. A passenger is at risk of serious injury if they are ejected or strike the ceiling panel.
Remedy
Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2012. Owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-477-2012.
Notes
Micro bird's recall campaign number is 11-049-jsu.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V596000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.