2023–2025 Micro Bird G5 Transit Bus Recall: Drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines
NHTSA campaign 26V286000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed May 6, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2025 G5 transit buses built on a GM chassis and equipped with a second air conditioning compressor kit. The drive belt pulley may contact and damage the the oil lines.
The risk
A damaged oil like may leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
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 secure the oil lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-121-OUC.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Bird | G5 Transit Bus | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V286000 (manufacturer number 26-121-OUC). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.