Recall 26V286 covers 30 2023-2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus vehicles for oil-line damage and fire risk. Franchised Micro Bird dealer repair will be free once available.
Micro Bird is recalling 30 2023-2025 G5 Transit Bus vehicles because the second air conditioning compressor drive belt pulley can contact oil lines and damage them. A damaged oil line can leak and raise the risk of fire near an ignition source, and the Micro Bird dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The oil lines on a 2023-2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus carry engine oil through the lubrication system. That oil reduces friction and helps carry heat away from moving engine parts. The drive belt pulley is a rotating wheel driven by the engine belt; on buses equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit, it also supports that added accessory drive layout.
On affected buses, the pulley was installed too close to the oil lines. As the engine runs, the pulley rotates near the lines and can rub against them. If that contact wears through an oil line, oil can leak in the engine compartment. A leak near hot engine parts increases the risk of a thermal incident and injury.
There is no warning sign before failure. If damage has already started, smoke from the engine compartment or signs of oil leakage are reasons to stop operating the bus and have it inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers 3 model years of the G5 Transit Bus, all tied to the engine oil-line hose and fitting system.
| 2024 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | Pipes, hoses, and fittings |
|---|---|
| 2023 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | Pipes, hoses, and fittings |
| 2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus | Pipes, hoses, and fittings |
| Units affected | 30 |
| 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?
Oil leaking from a damaged line increases fire risk if it reaches an ignition source. No warning sign is listed, so use the bus cautiously, watch for visible oil leakage, and prepare to schedule the recall repair once Micro Bird opens the remedy. Repair will be free at any franchised Micro Bird dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus is included in this recall.
- Wait for Micro Bird's owner letter, expected to be mailed June 29, 2026, because the final remedy is still under development.
- Call Micro Bird customer service at 819-477-2012 with questions and reference recall number 26V286 (Micro Bird recall 26-121-OUC).
- Avoid operating the bus if you see oil leakage near the engine or second air conditioning compressor kit, and contact Micro Bird for repair guidance.
- Keep the recall notice with the bus records so the dealer or service facility can match the VIN to the free inspection and repair once Micro Bird opens the remedy.
What happens at the repair
The remedy is still under development, and owner letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Once the final dealer repair is available, a Micro Bird technician will inspect and correct the second air conditioning compressor kit area, including the drive belt pulley and oil line routing or damage, free under the recall. If a dealer cannot complete the correction, Micro Bird invites the owner to submit a claim through the recall portal listed in the notice. The plan covers necessary parts, reimbursed labor costs, and parts not supplied by Micro Bird.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 6, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| June 5, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V286?
Recall 26V286 covers 30 2023-2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus vehicles built on a GM chassis and equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit. The drive belt pulley can contact and damage the oil lines, creating an oil leak with fire risk near an ignition source. Micro Bird is developing a free repair.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included in recall 26V286. If it is, contact a franchised Micro Bird dealer or Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012 and reference recall 26V286. The final repair is not open yet, but it will be free once available.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. Micro Bird is still developing the remedy for recall 26V286, and the dealer repair will be free once Micro Bird makes it available.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V286?
The safety risk is an oil leak that increases fire risk near an ignition source. In this recall, the drive belt pulley can contact and damage the oil lines on certain Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus vehicles with the second air conditioning compressor kit.
When will Micro Bird notify owners about recall 26V286?
Micro Bird expects to mail owner notification letters on June 29, 2026. The notice will explain the next step once the remedy is ready. If your bus is included before that letter arrives, keep the campaign number and Micro Bird Customer Service phone number available when arranging service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V286000 |
|---|---|
| Micro Bird customer service | 819-477-2012 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V286 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V286000 |
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 →