NHTSA Recall 22V396000: Pretensioner (seat belts) and critical fasteners (seats)
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V396000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22-093-CUC |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER; SEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | June 6, 2022 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Corp. Micro Bird Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2018 G5 school buses equipped with an elevated floor and electrically adjustable driver's seat. An incorrect bracket may have been installed on the driver's seat and may interfere with the seat belt pretensioner.
Safety risk
An impaired seat belt pretensioner may not tighten the seat belt as intended, increasing the risks of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Micro Bird Corp will provide instructions for inspecting the driver's seat. If the incorrect bracket is found, dealers will replace the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owner's may contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 22-093-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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V396000
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.