2019–2026 Micro Bird G5E School Bus Recall: Power steering pump may fail to start when the ignition is turned on or…
NHTSA campaign 25V901000 · Steering · filed Dec 19, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. (Micro Bird) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2026 G5E school buses. The power steering pump may fail to start when the ignition is turned on or may shutdown unexpectedly.
The risk
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
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 update the software as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2026. Owners can contact Micro Bird Customer Service at 819-477-2012. Micro Bird's number for this recall is 25-119-PUS.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Bird | G5E School Bus | 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V901000 (manufacturer number 25-119-PUS). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.