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NHTSA Recall 26V286000: Pipes, hoses, and fittings (engine and engine cooling)

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2023–2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus.

30
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (July 1)
NHTSA campaign26V286000
Manufacturer campaign26-121-OUC
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › OIL/LUBRICATION › PIPES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedMay 6, 2026
Owner notificationJuly 1, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2025 G5 transit buses built on a GM chassis and equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit. The drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines.

Safety risk

A damaged oil like may leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the oil lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-121-OUC.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V286000

Make and modelModel years
Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus2023, 2024, 2025

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.