Vehicle recall 24V707000 · September 20, 2024

2023-2024 Micro Bird G5 School Bus

The engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2024 G5 school buses. The engine drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loose drive belt.
Consequence: A loose drive belt can result in a loss of power steering, or a loss of alternator and water pump function, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the engine may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine drive belt tensioner and belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 24-111-GUS.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 24V707000
Reported to NHTSA: September 20, 2024
Filed by: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign: 24-111-GUS
Owner notification: November 6, 2024
Vehicles potentially affected: 96
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys

Recall 24V707000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Micro Bird G5 School Bus (2023-2024): 2024, 2023

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