Flxible Metro 1990

Model Metro made in 1990 by Flxible got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningseat belts, steering and visibility.

Model 1990

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
90V203000FLXIBLE CORPORATIONfrom 12/01/1988 to 11/01/1990V (Vehicle)144703/27/1991MFRFLXIBLE CORPORATION12/14/199012/28/1990571207
Defect SummaryAdjustable length tether belt on driver's air suspension type seat may not have been adjusted to the correct length during manufacture.
Consequence SummaryIncorrect length belts will not properly restrain driverin an accident or sudden stop and would not comply with fmvss 207 and fmvss 210.
Corrective SummaryProperly adjust tether belts to correct length.
NotesSystem: seat belts; fmvss 207 and 210.vehicle description: transit buses equipped with national model #88 or 188driver seat.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
90V150000FLXIBLE CORPORATIONfrom 06/01/1989 to 06/01/1990V (Vehicle)46112/07/1990MFRFLXIBLE CORPORATION08/20/199008/28/1990
Defect SummaryWith approximately two threads engagement of steering wheel retaining nut with steering shaft, the steering wheel could separate from the steering column if nut loosens and falls off.
Consequence SummarySteering wheel separation from the steering column couldresult in loss of steering control and an accident.
Corrective SummaryReplace steering wheel with new design wheel that allows full thread engagement of steering wheel retaining nut.
NotesSystem: steering wheel retaining nut.vehicle description: transit buses with douglas tilt-telescope steering columnand sheller globe 22 inch diameter steering wheel.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
95V235000FLXIBLE CORPORATIONfrom 03/01/1986 to 11/01/1994V (Vehicle)741MFRFLXIBLE CORPORATION12/14/199512/22/1995571108
Defect SummaryThese 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 SummaryConsequence of non-compliance: this could cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will modify the electrical wiring to activate all exterior lights whenever the windshield wipers are activated.
NotesSystem: 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.