Defect Description For Recall
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.”
Make Of Vehicle
METRO LINK
Model Of Vehicle
28SH
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
17V550000
Component Description
Equipment:Other:Labels
Effect Of Defect
Being Overloaded Can Cause A Loss Of Vehicle Control, Premature Tire Wear, Or Failure Of Suspension And Braking Systems, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Metro Worldwide, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20160401
End Of Manufacture
20170531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
20170915
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Metro Worldwide, Llc
Date Report Received
20170901
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
567