Recall 22V396 covers 3 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus vehicles with an incorrect driver-seat bracket. Free repair at a franchised Micro Bird dealer.
Micro Bird is recalling 3 2017-2018 G5 School Bus vehicles because an incorrect driver's seat bracket can interfere with the seat belt pretensioner. If the pretensioner is impaired, the belt can fail to tighten as intended in a crash, raising injury risk; the Micro Bird dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The electrically adjustable driver's seat in the 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus is mounted with a bracket that holds the seat in the correct position on the elevated floor. The driver's seat belt pretensioner is part of the restraint system; in a frontal impact, it tightens the belt to help hold the driver against the seat.
On affected buses, the wrong bracket was installed with the adjustable driver's seat. That bracket is incompatible with the pretensioner mechanism, so it can interfere with the part that needs to move during a crash. If the pretensioner is blocked, the seat belt system does not tighten as designed in a frontal impact.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in the seat mounting hardware and pretensioner clearance, so a driver would not feel a change during normal driving.
Who's affected?
Covers two model years and two driver-seat areas: the seat belt pretensioner and the seat fasteners.
| 2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | seat assembly |
| 2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | seat belt |
| 2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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 impaired seat belt pretensioner can fail to tighten the driver's belt as intended, increasing injury risk in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection and bracket repair soon, especially before regular passenger service. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer to schedule the free driver's-seat inspection.
- Schedule the driver's-seat bracket replacement if the incorrect bracket is found; this fixes the bracket that interferes with the seat belt pretensioner.
- Bring the recall notice if Micro Bird mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V396 when you call.
- Call Micro Bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 with questions about the inspection or repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Micro Bird technician inspects the driver's seat to confirm whether the incorrect bracket is installed. If that bracket is found, the dealer replaces it free of charge under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Micro Bird has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this seat bracket issue can be reviewed under that plan. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how Micro Bird handles the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 6, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 30, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| July 11, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 22, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 25, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V396?
Recall 22V396 covers 3 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus vehicles equipped with an elevated floor and electrically adjustable driver's seat. An incorrect driver's seat bracket can interfere with the seat belt pretensioner. Micro Bird dealers will inspect the seat and replace the bracket for free if needed.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V396. If it is, contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer to arrange the driver's seat inspection. Reference recall number 22V396 or Micro Bird recall 22-093-CUC when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Micro Bird will provide inspection instructions, and dealers will replace the incorrect driver's seat bracket free of charge if the inspection finds the wrong bracket installed.
What is the safety risk?
The listed risk is an impaired seat belt pretensioner. If the pretensioner does not tighten the seat belt as intended during a crash, the driver faces an increased risk of injury. The remedy path is the free dealer inspection and bracket replacement if needed.
When were owners notified about recall 22V396?
Micro Bird mailed owner notification letters on July 22, 2022. If you own or operate a 2017-2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus and never received a notice, check your VIN and contact a Micro Bird dealer with recall number 22V396.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V396000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 1-819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V396 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V396000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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