Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.: 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus Recalled for Power Steering Fluid Leak

Agency Publication Date: October 28, 2022

Summary

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling one 2019 Micro Bird G5 transit bus because a connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may be inadequate. This defect can lead to a sudden loss of power steering fluid. To resolve this issue, a dealer will inspect the power steering line connections and replace the lines if necessary at no cost to the owner.

Risk

A sudden loss of power steering fluid can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly lose power steering and power brake assist. This double failure significantly increases the effort required to steer and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

Identify if you own the affected vehicle by checking your records for a 2019 Micro Bird G5 transit bus.
Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 to confirm if your specific vehicle is the one unit affected by this recall (reference Micro Bird recall number 22-097-PUC).
Schedule a free appointment with an authorized dealer to have the power steering lines and Hydroboost unit connection inspected and replaced if necessary.
For additional information, you may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

Free Repair

Inspection and potential replacement of power steering lines.

How to: Take the vehicle to a dealer for a free inspection of the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, with replacement of the lines if necessary.

Affected Products

Product: 2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V812000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 1 vehicles(1% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: December 22, 2022

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.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 22-097-PUC

Agency Last Updated: May 1, 2024

Were You Affected by This Recall?

If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.

Find an Attorney

This is general information, not legal advice. Go Backs is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.

AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response

Summary

What You Should Do

Identify if you own the affected vehicle by checking your records for a 2019 Micro Bird G5 transit bus.

Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 to confirm if your specific vehicle is the one unit affected by this recall (reference Micro Bird recall number 22-097-PUC).

Schedule a free appointment with an authorized dealer to have the power steering lines and Hydroboost unit connection inspected and replaced if necessary.

For additional information, you may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V812000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 1 vehicles(1% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: December 22, 2022

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.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 22-097-PUC

Agency Last Updated: May 1, 2024