Recalls for 1987 Flxible Metro

DEFECT #1 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Posted on: 1995-12-22
Description
These buses have the headlights automatically activated whenever the windshield wipers are activated.  No other exterior lights are activated by windshield wiper activation.  This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: this could cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action
Dealers will modify the electrical wiring to activate all exterior lights whenever the windshield wipers are activated.

Notes
System: visual; windshield wiper and washer; fmvss no.  108.vehicle description: city transit buses.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact flxible at 1-614-362-2600.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY

Posted on: 1990-05-23
Description
Window insert in driver's barrier enclosure was not marked in accordance with fmvss 205.

Consequence
Buses would not comply with fmvss 105 standard.

Corrective Action
Install a decal containing the required data on the glazing.

Notes
System: window glazing - fmvss 205.vehicle description: transit buses equipped with aluminum driver's barrier enclosure with safety glazing window insert.

DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Posted on: 1989-04-05
Description
The entrance door emergency release mechanism may exceed the 20 lb.  Force allowed by fmvss 217.

Consequence
Buses would not comply with standard.

Corrective Action
Repair release cable mechanism to comply with standard.

Notes
System: entrance door emergency release/ fmvss 217.vehicle description: metro transit buses.

DEFECT #4 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS

Posted on: 1988-05-13
Description
Due to increased bulb load on the flasher, when operated in hazard mode, flasher did not meet performance requirements of fmvss 108.

Consequence
Buses do not comply with fmvss 108.

Corrective Action
Install a combination turn hazard flasher that complies with standard.

Notes
System: turn hazard flashers fmvss 108.vehicle description: metro transit buses equipped with swiss controls no.  4242vcombination turn hazard flashers.

DEFECT #5 - STEERING:COLUMN

Posted on: 1987-05-18
Description
Steering column lower shaft may be too long allowing excessive thrust load to be applied to upper housing bearings and steering transfer box bearings.

Consequence
Bearings could fail or seize, resulting in loss ofsteering control.

Corrective Action
Replace steering column assembly with one of proper length.

Notes
System: tilt steering column.vehicle description: metro transit buses with tilt steering columns.

DEFECT #6 - STEERING:COLUMN

Posted on: 1987-05-19
Description
An incorrect bolt may have been installed to retain the tilt steering column pivot bushings.

Consequence
Bolt may not maintain specified torque and could breakor work loose and fall out, resulting in loss of steering control.

Corrective Action
Install proper sae grade 5 bolt.

Notes
System: tilt steering column.vehicle description: transit buses with tilt steering columns.