Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V545000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V545000 by Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013-2015 g5 school buses manufactured march 25, 2013, to may 1, 2015 Includes 283 affected units, Battery Cable Feeder Stud Corrosion, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2015 g5 school buses manufactured march 25, 2013, to may 1, 2015

Defect Summary

Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 g5 school buses manufactured march 25, 2013, to may 1, 2015. in the affected buses, the positive battery feeder stud that is attached to the positive cable in the battery box may prematurely corrode. additionally, bolts designed to mount the battery box may also be missing.

Corrective Action

Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the feeder stud components and install a protective cap to prevent corrosion, free of charge. any missing battery box bolts will be installed. the recall began on september 22, 2015. owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 extension 364. micro bird's number for this recall is 15-060-bus.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V545000
Manufacturer: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2015-08-31T00:00:00
Subject: Battery cable feeder stud corrosion
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 283

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 15-060-BUS
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Corp. Micro bird inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 g5 school buses manufactured march 25, 2013, to may 1, 2015. in the affected buses, the positive battery feeder stud that is attached to the positive cable in the battery box may prematurely corrode. additionally, bolts designed to mount the battery box may also be missing.
Consequence Summary: If the feeder stud is corroded, a short circuit may result, increasing the risk of a fire. if the battery box mounting bolts are missing, the battery and box may detach causing damage to other components.
Corrective Action: Micro bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the feeder stud components and install a protective cap to prevent corrosion, free of charge. any missing battery box bolts will be installed. the recall began on september 22, 2015. owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012 extension 364. micro bird's number for this recall is 15-060-bus.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 33.22

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NHTSA ID: 15V545000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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