Micro Bird Electrical System Recall 22V714000 (45 Vehicles)

The problem

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2022 G5, 2015-2019 T-Series, and 2012-2015 MBII transit buses. The power cable that provides electricity to the air conditioning control board may have a loose connection to the power stud on the board.

The risk

A loose power cable connection may cause the control board to overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will redirect the power cable and secure the power cable connect as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 2, 2023. Owners may contact Micro Bird's customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 22-096-VUC.

Contacts

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Micro Bird dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 22V714000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
2013 Micro Bird G5	23	C
2014 Micro Bird G5	25	C
2015 Micro Bird G5	27	D
2016 Micro Bird G5	21	C
2017 Micro Bird G5	17	C
2018 Micro Bird G5	17	C
2019 Micro Bird G5	15	C
2020 Micro Bird G5	12	C
2021 Micro Bird G5	15	C
2022 Micro Bird G5	13	D
2012 Micro Bird MB II	16	D
2013 Micro Bird MB II	16	D
2014 Micro Bird MB II	18	D
2015 Micro Bird MB II	18	D
2015 Micro Bird T-Series	15	F
2016 Micro Bird T-Series	13	F
2017 Micro Bird T-Series	12	F
2018 Micro Bird T-Series	12	F
2019 Micro Bird T-Series	7	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2012 Micro Bird MB II

2013 Micro Bird MB II

2014 Micro Bird MB II

2015 Micro Bird MB II

2015 Micro Bird T-Series

2016 Micro Bird T-Series

2017 Micro Bird T-Series

2018 Micro Bird T-Series

2019 Micro Bird T-Series

Questions

Is the 22V714000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. Corp. Micro Bird's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 22V714000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 22V714000 announced?

Corp. Micro Bird reported it to NHTSA on September 23, 2022. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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