Metro Link 2016–2017 Equipment recall
Recalled September 1, 2017 · NHTSA recall 17V550000 · Metro Link
Description
Metro Worldwide LLC (Metro Worldwide) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Metro Link 28WC and 28SH transit buses. In certain configurations, if the bus is fully loaded, the vehicle may exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
What to do
Metro Worldwide will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, removing a seat as necessary to get the vehicles within the GVWR and GAWR requirements, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Metro Worldwide customer service at 1-641-903-7369.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →