2016 Metro Link 28wc | 2017 Metro Link 28wc | 2016 Metro Link 28sh | 2017 Metro Link 28sh — Equipment: other: labels
Published September 7, 2017 · Recall initiated: September 1, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V550000, published September 7, 2017 and initiated September 1, 2017. Recalling firm: Metro Worldwide, LLC; 2016 Metro Link 28wc | 2017 Metro Link 28wc | 2016 Metro Link 28sh | 2017 Metro Link 28sh — Equipment: other: labels.
What's the hazard
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- METRO LINK
- Model
- 28WC
- Manufacturer
- Metro Worldwide, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 METRO LINK 28WC | 2017 METRO LINK 28WC | 2016 METRO LINK 28SH | 2017 METRO LINK 28SH
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Metro Link 28wc | 2017 Metro Link 28wc | 2016 Metro Link 28sh | 2017 Metro Link 28sh — Equipment: other: labels recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V550000 on September 7, 2017. Reported hazard: 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: METRO LINK. Model: 28WC.