Micro Bird Recalls Transit Buses Over Wheelchair Securement Safety Risk
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Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling 345 transit buses because an installation error may prevent wheelchair tie-downs from locking, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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What Happened
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) has issued a recall for several transit bus models due to a potential installation error in the wheelchair securement system. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an error during installation may prevent wheelchair tie-downs from locking correctly, which could leave wheelchairs improperly secured during travel.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 345 units across the following models and year ranges:
- 2002-2015 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus
- 2008-2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus
- 2015-2026 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus
The specific NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 26V147000, and the manufacturer's internal recall number is 26-120-AUC.
What You Should Do
Micro Bird will notify owners by mail, with letters expected to be sent out by April 27, 2026. Dealers will inspect the wheelchair anchor screw caps and secure them as necessary at no cost to the owner.
Owners with questions can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012 regarding recall number 26-120-AUC.
Why This Matters
If a wheelchair is not properly secured, it can move unexpectedly during transit or in the event of a vehicle crash. This movement significantly increases the risk of injury to the wheelchair occupant and other passengers on the bus.
Source
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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