Recall 95V-235: 1986–1994 Flxible Metro

FLXIBLE CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 1995, covering about 741 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-235
Report date
Dec 14, 1995
Vehicles affected
741
Owners notified
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The problem

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."

The risk

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

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerFLXIBLE CORPORATION
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number95V235000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Flxible Metro1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 95V-235?

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."

How is recall 95V-235 fixed?

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

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.