Flxible Metro Problems by year

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...

Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system...

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.

Adjustable length tether belt on driver's air suspension type seat may not have been adjusted to the correct length during manufacture.

With 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.

Retrofit light sockets for rear stop, turn, tail and backup light assemblies would cause the buses to be in non-compliance with fmvss 108.

Window insert in driver's barrier enclosure was not marked in accordance with fmvss 205.

The clamp load may not fully engage on the mating steering box splines due to manufacturing tolerances and/or the pinch bolt may not be properly torqued.

The air lines to the right rear brake chamber can be pinched by the auxiliary heater cabinet if the air in the rear air suspension system bleeds out when a leak develops or the engine has not been run for an extended period of time.

Floor anchorage insert bolts for securing wheelchair are subject to break.

The entrance door emergency release mechanism may exceed the 20 lb. Force allowed by fmvss 217.

The adjustable length tether belt installed between the drivers seat belt attachment on seat frame and anchorage attachment point failed to meet requirements of fmvss 207.