NHTSA Recall 26V149000: Unspecified component (equipment adaptive/mobility)
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 584 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Micro Bird G5 School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V149000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26-120-AUS |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY › WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT › LATCH/ANCHOR › |
| Report received | March 13, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 28, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2003-2026 MB II, 2006-2026 G5, and 2015-2026 T-Series school buses. An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured.
Safety risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AUS.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V149000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird G5 School Bus | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Micro Bird Mb II School Bus | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.