School bus rub rails incorrectly attached
Defect Summary
Corp. Micro bird, inc. (micro bird) is recalling certain 2021-2023 g5, 2022-2023 mbii, and 2022 t-series school buses. the seat-level rub rails may be incorrectly attached to the side of the bus.
Safety Consequence
Incorrectly attached rub rails may not offer adequate protection against an impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Micro bird will inspect and secure the rub rails, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed december 22, 2022. Owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-819-477-2012. Micro bird's number for this recall is 22-098-rus.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 22V826000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V826000?
NHTSA recall 22V826000 was issued by Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. on November 3, 2022. It addresses: School bus rub rails incorrectly attached. The recall affects approximately 777 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V826000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22-098-RUS. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.