Recall 17V234 affects 43 2016-2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus vehicles for propane fuel-control valve solenoid failure. Repair is free through Roush CleanTech dealers.
Micro Bird is recalling 43 2016-2017 G5 School Bus vehicles with certain Generation 4 Propane Conversion Kits because the fuel control valve solenoid can short circuit and shut off propane to the engine. If that happens while driving, the engine can stall and increase crash risk; Micro Bird dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2016-2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus uses a propane conversion kit to feed fuel from the propane system to the engine. Inside that kit, the fuel control valve solenoid is an electrically operated valve. Its job is to open when the engine needs propane and close when the system shuts fuel off.
On affected buses with Generation 4 Propane Conversion Kits, the solenoid coil in that valve can short-circuit. When that happens, the valve stops allowing propane to flow to the engine. Without fuel, the engine shuts off, and the bus loses engine power while it is in use.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver is not given a specific light, sound, or drivability symptom before the valve stops fuel flow and the engine shuts off.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2016 and 2017 model years with the same fuel-system component listed for each.
| 2016 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | fuel system |
| Units affected | 43 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no 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?
An engine stall while driving can cut propulsion while the bus is in motion and increases the risk of a crash. Schedule the recall repair soon, and tell the dealer if the G5 School Bus has stalled while driving. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer to schedule the free fuel-control-valve solenoid-coil replacement that fixes the propane shutoff and engine-stall risk.
- Reference recall number 17V234 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Micro Bird mailed one.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the engine loses power or stalls.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Micro Bird technician replaces the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils in the propane fuel system. That repair addresses the valve problem that can shut off propane flow to the engine. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm that the bus is included by VIN before the work order is opened.
Timeline
| April 6, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 12, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| April 25, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 28, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 28, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V234?
Recall 17V234 covers 43 2016-2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus vehicles with Generation 4 propane conversion kits. The fuel control valve solenoid can short circuit, shut off propane flow to the engine, and cause an engine stall. The solenoid coil replacement is free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 17V234. If it is, contact Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 and reference Micro Bird recall number 17-069-CUS. The repair replaces the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Micro Bird's remedy says the defective fuel control valve solenoid coils will be replaced free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an engine stall while driving. If the fuel control valve solenoid shorts, propane flow to the engine stops and the engine shuts off, which increases crash risk. Confirm the VIN, then arrange the free solenoid coil repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V234000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 1-819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V234 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V234000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →