1991 FLXIBLE METRO Recalls (2)

Campaign:

93V050000 on 04/07/1993

Component:

Structure:body:door

Manufactured:

12/31/1990 - 10/31/1991

Affected:

487

Defect:

The emergency release valve moves out of position causing it to become inoperative. when this happens, the entrance door cannot be opened by activating the emergency release handle.

Consequence:

The inability to open an emergency exit does not complywith fmvss 217, "bus window retention and release", and could restrict theability of occupants to exit the vehicle in the event of an emergency.

Correction:

The corrective action is being developed. buses will be repaired when the corrective action has been determined.

Notes:

System: structure; fmvss 217.vehicle description: city transit buses with slide glide entrance doors, inservice with the chicago transit authority.

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Campaign:

95V235000 on 12/21/1995

Component:

Visibility:windshield wiper/washer

Manufactured:

02/28/1986 - 10/31/1994

Affected:

741

Defect:

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.

Correction:

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.

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