Recall 17V550000

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Report Date
20170901
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect 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."

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 METRO LINK 28SH
2016 METRO LINK 28WC
2017 METRO LINK 28SH
2017 METRO LINK 28WC

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.