Metro Link 28Sh (2016) – 17V550000

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