Micro Bird Safety Defect Recall 26V147000 (345 Vehicles)

The problem

Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2002-2015 MB II, 2008-2026 G5, and 2015-2026 T-Series transit buses. An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured.

The risk

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AUC.

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 26V147000.
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
2008 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2009 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	2	B
2010 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	2	B
2011 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2012 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2013 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2014 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2015 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	1	A
2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	5	D
2017 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	5	D
2018 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	6	D
2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	7	F
2020 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	2	C
2021 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	2	C
2022 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	2	C
2023 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	4	F
2024 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	5	F
2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	5	F
2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus	5	F
2002 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2003 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2004 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2005 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2006 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2007 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2008 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2009 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2010 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2011 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2012 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2013 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2014 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2015 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus	1	C
2015 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	1	A
2016 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	C
2017 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	C
2018 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	C
2019 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	C
2020 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	1	B
2021 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	1	B
2022 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	D
2023 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	2	D
2024 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	1	D
2025 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	3	F
2026 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus	1	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2008 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2009 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2010 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2011 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2012 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2013 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2014 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2015 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2017 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2018 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2019 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2020 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2021 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2022 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2023 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2024 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus

2002 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2003 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2004 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2005 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2006 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2007 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2008 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2009 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2010 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2011 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2012 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2013 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2014 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2015 Micro Bird MB II Transit Bus

2015 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2016 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2017 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2018 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2019 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2020 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2021 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2022 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2023 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2024 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2025 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

2026 Micro Bird T-Series Transit Bus

Questions

Is the 26V147000 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 26V147000?

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 26V147000 announced?

Corp. Micro Bird reported it to NHTSA on March 13, 2026. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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The problem

The risk

The fix

What to do

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