Recall 15V684 affects 3 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus vehicles for undersized heated-mirror wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
Micro Bird is recalling 3 2015 T-Series School Bus vehicles because the heated cross view mirror wire shares a harness with the heated and remote rear view mirror, and the wire is too small for that load. The undersized wire can overheat and increase fire risk; the dealer repair will be free once Micro Bird makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The heated cross view mirror on the passenger entrance door side of the 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus helps the driver see around the bus entrance area. Its heater clears moisture, frost, or ice from the mirror glass, while the heated and remote rear view mirror uses the same electrical harness to receive power and control signals. That harness is the bundle of wires that carries electricity from the bus electrical system to the mirror equipment.
On affected buses, the heated cross view mirror wire is connected into the same harness as the heated and remote rear view mirror. The wire diameter is too small for the amperage needed when the heated mirrors draw power together. When a wire is undersized for the load, it is forced to carry more current than it was built to handle, which stresses the wiring and mirror circuit.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not expect a light, sound, or mirror behavior to appear first.
Who's affected?
The scope points to two affected systems on the same school bus model: exterior mirror visibility equipment and wiring.
| 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | wiring |
| Units affected | 3 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
An undersized electrical wire for the passenger entrance door mirror can overheat and increase the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and follow dealer instructions until the wiring is corrected. Repair will be free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 for current dealer instructions.
- Ask the dealer to install the separate passenger entrance door mirror connection that prevents the mirror wiring from carrying too much amperage.
- Bring the recall notice if Micro Bird has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V684 when you call.
- Avoid using the heated mirror functions until the wiring repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Micro Bird technician installs a separate electrical connection for the passenger entrance door mirror. That separates the heated cross view mirror load from the heated and remote rear view mirror harness, so the original wire is not carrying more amperage than it was built to handle. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 15V684.
Timeline
| October 21, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 2, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V684?
Recall 15V684 covers 3 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus vehicles built with heated mirror wiring that is too small for the amperage required. The wire can overheat and increase fire risk. Micro Bird dealers install a separate connection for the passenger entrance door mirror for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V684. If it is, contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer to schedule the mirror wiring repair. Reference recall number 15V684 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Micro Bird dealers install the separate passenger entrance door mirror connection free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wire overheating and fire. The affected heated cross view mirror wiring shares a harness with the heated and remote rear view mirror, but the wire diameter is not sufficient for the electrical load required by the heated mirrors.
When did the recall repair become available?
The recall began on November 4, 2015. Micro Bird's remedy is a separate electrical connection for the passenger entrance door mirror. If your VIN is included and the repair was never completed, call a Micro Bird dealer or Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V684000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 1-819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V684 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V684000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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