Recall 16V434 covers 79 2015-2016 Micro Bird commercial buses with T-Slider windows that can shatter. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
Micro Bird is recalling 79 2015-2016 G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, and Mb Ii Transit Bus commercial buses because water can collect inside T-Slider window frames, freeze, and put enough pressure on the glass to shatter it. Shattered window glass increases injury risk for bus occupants, and the Micro Bird dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The T-slider windows on 2015-2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, and Mb Ii Transit Bus vehicles are sliding side windows used for ventilation and, in this recall group, emergency escape or exit access. The frame is supposed to hold the glass squarely, drain water out, and let the slider move without stressing the pane.
On these buses, water can collect inside the T-slider window frame instead of draining away. In freezing weather, that trapped water freezes and expands inside the frame. The expanding ice pushes on the frame and glass, deforming the window opening and adding pressure to the pane until the glass shatters.
The warning sign is deformation in the horizontal mid-bar of the T-slider section. If that bar looks bent, bowed, or out of shape, the window has already started showing the condition tied to this recall.
Who's affected?
Spans the G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, and Mb Ii Transit Bus across the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to the emergency exit structure.
| 2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2015 Micro Bird Ct-Series | body or structural component |
| 2015 Micro Bird Mb Ii Transit Bus | body or structural component |
| 2015 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | body or structural component |
| 2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii Transit Bus | body or structural component |
| 2016 Micro Bird Ct-Series | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 79 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Shattered window glass creates an injury risk for bus occupants. A deformed horizontal mid-bar in the T-slider window section is the warning sign to take seriously. Limit passenger use near that window and arrange dealer service. 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 G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, or Mb Ii Transit Bus is included in this recall.
- Wait for Micro Bird's repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Call Micro Bird customer service and reference recall number 16V434 for the repair status and service routing.
- Schedule the free T-Slider window sealing or replacement that stops water from freezing in the frame and shattering the glass.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it when the bus goes in for service.
What happens at the repair
Once Micro Bird opens the final dealer repair, a Micro Bird technician will seal the affected T-Slider window frames or replace the windows that need replacement. The repair will be free under the recall. Lippert Components will provide field modification instructions and part of the required material at no charge. The plan also allows time for the repair or window replacement and an allowance for components not included in the repair kit. Contact Micro Bird or Lippert Window customer service for the claim path tied to those allowed costs.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 13, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| June 13, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 14, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| June 30, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 19, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V434?
Recall 16V434 covers 79 2015-2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, and Mb Ii Transit Bus vehicles with T-Slider window frames that can trap water. In freezing conditions, the water can expand and shatter the window glass, increasing injury risk for bus occupants.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus, Ct-Series, or Mb Ii Transit Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 16V434. If it is, contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer and ask for the T-Slider window inspection. Dealers seal or replace the affected windows as needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the safety defect at no cost. For recall 16V434, Micro Bird dealers seal or replace the affected T-Slider windows as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is shattered window glass inside the bus. NHTSA campaign 16V434 says water trapped in the T-Slider window frame can freeze, expand, and put pressure on the glass until it shatters, increasing injury risk for occupants.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V434000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 1-450-378-6722 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V434 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V434000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →