Micro Bird Recalls Transit Buses Over Wheelchair Securement Safety Risk

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).