1985 Flxible Metro
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 1985 Flxible Metro. Newest first.
The entrance door emergency release mechanism may exceed the 20 lb. Force allowed by fmvss 217.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Buses would not comply with standard.
Remedy
Repair release cable mechanism to comply with standard.
Due to increased bulb load on the flasher, when operated in hazard mode, flasher did not meet performance requirements of fmvss 108.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Buses do not comply with fmvss 108.
Remedy
Install a combination turn hazard flasher that complies with standard.
An incorrect bolt may have been installed to retain the tilt steering column pivot bushings.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Bolt may not maintain specified torque and could breakor work loose and fall out, resulting in loss of steering control.
Remedy
Install proper sae grade 5 bolt.
The flashing mode of the deceleration light system IS not in compliance with fmvss 108.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Flashing deceleration lights may be confusing to otherdrivers; buses do not comply with fmvss 108.
Remedy
Modify deceleration lights to remove the flashing mode.
Steering column lower shaft may be too long allowing excessive thrust load to be applied to upper housing bearings and steering transfer box bearings.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Bearings could fail or seize, resulting in loss ofsteering control.
Remedy
Replace steering column assembly with one of proper length.
Incorrect lock washers may have been installed on the tilt steering column pivot bushing bolts and the column housing pivot may be misaligned. consequence of defect: pivot bolt could loosen and result…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Install proper lock washer and correct misalignment of column housing pivot.
Only two emergency window exists were identified on the left side of the bus, instead of three required by fmvss 217. consequence of defect: buses do not comply with fmvss 217.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Emergency exit instructions will be added to the third window on the left side to identify this window position as an emergency exit.
Certification labels contain errors in the vin code. On some 1984 and 1985 buses the check digit contains a "dash (-)" rather than the required number (8). Also on some 1984 buses the code for the year of manufacturer IS incorrect. The tenth digit contains a "d" (1984) instead of an "e" (1985).…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Install a new certification label with the correct vin code where the check digit IS incorrect. Also notify the owners concerning the year of manufacturer error.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Drag link failure
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