Recall 26V149 covers 584 2003-2026 Micro Bird school buses with wheelchair tie-downs that fail to lock. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
Micro Bird is recalling 584 2003-2026 G5 School Bus, Mb Ii School Bus, and T-Series School Bus vehicles because an installation error can keep wheelchair tie-downs from locking. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash and raise the risk of injury; Micro Bird dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Slide 'N Click Floor Anchor is the floor-mounted anchor used by the wheelchair securement system on 2003-2026 Micro Bird G5 School Bus, Mb Ii School Bus, and T-Series School Bus vehicles. A wheelchair tie-down locks into that anchor so the chair stays held in place while the bus is moving and during a collision.
In NHTSA campaign 26V149, the problem is the anchor screw cap. During installation, the cap was not pushed fully down on some buses. When that cap sits too high, the tie-down apparatus can fail to lock completely into the floor anchor. In a collision, the tie-down can slip off the anchor and leave the wheelchair improperly secured.
The filing does not describe a warning sign during normal driving. Operators can inspect the anchor and tie-down engagement directly, and Micro Bird says the corrective action can be performed locally by the operator.
Who's affected?
Spans 3 school bus models across 2003-2026, all using the Slide 'N Click floor anchor for wheelchair securement.
| 2016 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
|---|---|
| 2017 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2018 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2019 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2020 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2021 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2022 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2023 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2024 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2025 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2026 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2015 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2014 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2013 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2012 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2010 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2009 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2008 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2007 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2006 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2003 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2025 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2024 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2023 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2022 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2021 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2020 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2019 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2018 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2017 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2016 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2015 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2014 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2013 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2012 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2011 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2010 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2009 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2008 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2007 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2006 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2005 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2004 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2026 Micro Bird Mb Ii School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2025 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2024 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2023 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2022 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2021 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2020 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2019 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2018 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2017 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2016 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2015 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2026 Micro Bird T-Series School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| 2011 Micro Bird G5 School Bus | Latch/anchor |
| Units affected | 584 |
| 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 in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An unsecured wheelchair can shift during transit or a crash, increasing injury risk for the wheelchair user. Schedule the inspection before carrying a wheelchair passenger again, and have the anchor screw cap secured if needed. Repair is free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2026 Micro Bird G5 School Bus, Mb Ii School Bus, or T-Series School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer to schedule the free inspection and anchor-screw-cap service for the wheelchair tie-down lock.
- Bring the owner letter if it has arrived, and reference recall number 26V149 when you call.
- Avoid using wheelchair tie-downs that do not lock until the dealer inspection and repair are complete.
- Call Micro Bird customer service at 819-477-2012 with questions about the repair or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Micro Bird technician inspects the anchor screw cap for the wheelchair tie-down hardware and secures it as needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor tied to the inspection and correction. Micro Bird's reimbursement plan says the reimbursement period is not limited in time and labor costs are covered. If you already paid for a related inspection or correction, ask the dealer how to submit the labor documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 13, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 3, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 27, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V149?
Recall 26V149 covers 584 2003-2026 Micro Bird G5 School Bus, Mb Ii School Bus, and T-Series School Bus vehicles with wheelchair tie-downs that can fail to lock because of an installation error. Micro Bird dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap free of charge.
What should I do if my 2003-2026 Micro Bird school bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 26V149. If it is, contact a Micro Bird dealer to schedule the wheelchair securement inspection and anchor screw cap repair. Reference recall number 26V149 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 says dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap free of charge. Owners can also contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V149?
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The issue is tied to wheelchair tie-downs that do not lock properly. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection before putting the bus back into regular passenger service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V149000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V149 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V149000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →