Recall 15V886 covers 66 2015-2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus and G5 School Bus vehicles for peeling stop-arm decals. Repair kits are free.
Micro Bird is recalling 66 2015-2016 Mb Ii School Bus and G5 School Bus vehicles because the STOP decal can peel off the Transpec stop arm blade. That reduces the stop arm's visibility to other drivers and increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The stop arm on 2015-2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus and G5 School Bus buses is the hinged safety sign that swings out from the side of the bus during loading and unloading. Its plastic blade carries a reflective STOP decal so drivers approaching the bus see a clear stop signal.
On affected buses, the reflective STOP decal on certain Transpec stop arms does not stay bonded to the plastic blade. The decal can peel away from the arm, leaving the stop signal less visible and putting the bus out of compliance with the school bus pedestrian safety device standard named in NHTSA campaign 15V886.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is visible only when the decal begins to lift, wrinkle, or separate from the stop arm surface during inspection or normal use.
Who's affected?
Covers two Micro Bird school bus models across the 2015 and 2016 model years, all using the same school bus stop arm assembly.
| 2015 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | School bus stop arm assembly |
|---|---|
| 2015 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | School bus stop arm assembly |
| 2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | School bus stop arm assembly |
| 2016 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | School bus stop arm assembly |
| Units affected | 66 |
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?
Absence of the reflective decal makes the bus less visible to other drivers and increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, use extra caution around traffic until the decal kit is installed. Repair will be free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus or G5 School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 for owner-notice and repair-kit instructions.
- Ask Micro Bird how to get the free stop-arm decal repair kit that restores visibility to the bus stop arm.
- Reference recall number 15V886 when you call or schedule the repair.
- Keep the bus stop arm clean and visible until the decal repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Micro Bird technician handles the recall repair kit for the stop arm decal issue. Micro Bird notified owners and made repair kits available free of charge after the recall began on January 20, 2016. The kit addresses the peeling STOP decal on the plastic stop arm blade so the 2015-2016 school bus carries the required pedestrian safety marking. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| December 30, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 20, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V886?
Recall 15V886 covers 66 2015-2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus and G5 School Bus vehicles with Transpec stop arms. The STOP decal can peel off the plastic blade, reducing visibility to other drivers and increasing crash risk. Micro Bird recall repair kits are free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus or G5 School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V886. If it is, contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer or Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and ask for the free stop-arm decal repair kit.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Micro Bird's remedy says recall repair kits are available free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2016.
What is the safety risk with recall 15V886?
The safety risk is lower visibility for the school bus stop arm. In recall 15V886, the STOP decal can peel off the plastic blade. Without the reflective decal, other drivers have less warning around the bus, increasing crash risk.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Look for peeling, missing, or loose STOP decal material on the stop-arm blade. If the reflective decal is absent or no longer secure, document the condition and contact a Micro Bird dealer or Micro Bird customer service with recall number 15V886.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V886000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 1-819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V886 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V886000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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