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Micro Bird USA LLC - Wheelchair Tie-Down May Not Lock
Published: March 13, 2026Recall ID: 26V148000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Product Description & Identification
Micro Bird USA LLC (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2026 G5 transit buses. An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured.
Affected Products
Wheelchair Tie-Down May Not Lock
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Wheelchair Tie-Down May Not Lock |
| Nhtsa id | 26V148000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V148000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Micro Bird USA LLC |
| Defect summary | Micro Bird USA LLC (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2026 G5 transit buses. An installation error may prevent the wheelchair tie-downs from locking, leaving the wheelchair improperly secured. |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and secure the anchor screw cap as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird's Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 26-120-AVC. |
| Consequence summary | An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit or a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Mfr campaign number | 26-120-AVC |
| Potentially affected | 46 |
| Report received date | 2026-03-13T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |