Recall 24V297000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Report Date
20240426
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect Description

Corp. Mirco Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2022 G5 school buses. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.

Safety Consequence

A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering lines as necessary, free of charge. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22V-811 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2024. Owners may contact Mirco Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-107-FUS.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS
2020 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS
2021 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS
2022 MICRO BIRD G5 SCHOOL BUS

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.