2026 Micro Bird G5 School Bus Recall: Retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly…
NHTSA campaign 25V770000 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · filed Nov 7, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Micro Bird USA, LLC (Micro Bird USA) is recalling certain 2026 G5 transit buses equipped with certain QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
The risk
An unlocked wheelchair can move during transit or during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-117-QVC.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Bird | G5 School Bus | 2026 |
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Other campaigns involving Micro Bird vehicles
- 2023–2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus — Drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines
- 2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus — An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs…
- 2008–2026 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus and 2 other models — An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs…
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V770000 (manufacturer number 25-117-QVC). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.