Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.: 2021-2023 G5, MBII, and T-Series School Buses Recalled for Rub Rail Defects

Agency Publication Date: November 3, 2022

Summary

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling approximately 777 school buses, specifically certain 2021-2023 G5, 2022-2023 MBII, and 2022 T-Series models. The seat-level rub rails on these vehicles may have been incorrectly attached to the side of the bus. Micro Bird will inspect and secure the rub rails, as necessary, free of charge to owners.

Risk

If the rub rails are incorrectly attached, they may fail to provide adequate protection during a side impact. This defect increases the risk of injury to passengers in the event of a collision.

What You Should Do

Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking the model and year: 2021-2023 G5, 2022-2023 MBII, or 2022 T-Series school buses.
Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 to schedule a free inspection and repair of the rub rails, referencing recall number 22-098-RUS.
For additional information, you can 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 securing of rub rails

How to: Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 to have the rub rails inspected and secured free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2021-2023 Micro Bird G5 School Bus

Product: 2022-2023 Micro Bird MBII School Bus

Product: 2022 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V826000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized dealers

Units Affected: 777 vehicles(777% 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 #: 22-098-RUS

Agency Last Updated: March 30, 2023

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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