2025–2026 Micro Bird G5E School Bus Recall: Transmission interlock may allow the vehicle to be put into gear when the…
NHTSA campaign 25V563000 · Power Train · filed Aug 29, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2026 G5e school buses. The transmission interlock may allow the vehicle to be put into gear when the rear emergency door is locked. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
The risk
An emergency exit that is locked can prevent or delay occupants from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
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 inspect and repair the transmission interlock as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-115-EUS.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Bird | G5E School Bus | 2025, 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V563000 (manufacturer number 25-115-EUS). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.