Micro Bird Recalls 2026 G5 Transit Buses Over Wheelchair Restraint Issue
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Micro Bird USA LLC is recalling 46 units of its 2026 G5 Transit Buses due to an installation error that may prevent wheelchair tie-downs from locking properly, potentially increasing injury risk during transit or crashes.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Micro Bird USA LLC is recalling certain 2026 G5 transit buses due to an installation error that may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving wheelchairs improperly secured.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 46 units of the 2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Buses. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V148000.
What You Should Do
Owners should expect notification letters to be mailed on April 27, 2026. Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary at no charge. For more information, contact Micro Bird's Customer Service at 819-477-2012 and reference the recall number 26-120-AVC.
Why This Matters
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. This recall addresses a potential safety hazard in mobility equipment for transit buses.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more details, refer to NHTSA's recall database using campaign number 26V148000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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