Micro Bird G5 School Bus (Micro Bird) – Drive Belt Failure (2024)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2023 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS
Brand
MICRO BIRD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2023
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. is recalling certain 2023 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys issues. A loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additional.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2024 G5 school buses. The engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the engine drive belt tensioner and belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-111-GUS.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026