Does the 1985 Flxible Metro have any recalls?

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, exterior lighting, steering, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1985 Flxible Metro recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Flxible dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Flxible Metro?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1985 Flxible Metro recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Flxible Metro. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Flxible been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Flxible dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1985 Flxible Metro recalls, newest first

March 22, 1989NHTSA 89V0400004,758 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door

Summary: The entrance door emergency release mechanism may exceed the 20 lb. Force allowed by FMVSS 217.
Consequence: Buses would not comply with standard.
Remedy: Repair release cable mechanism to comply with standard.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 11, 1988NHTSA 88V079000726 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights

Summary: Due to increased bulb load on the flasher, when operated in hazard mode, flasher did not meet performance requirements of FMVSS 108.
Consequence: Buses do not comply with FMVSS 108.
Remedy: Install a combination turn hazard flasher that complies with standard.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 1987NHTSA 87V0680003,122 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column

Summary: Steering column lower shaft may be too long allowing excessive thrust load to be applied to upper housing bearings and steering transfer box bearings.
Consequence: Bearings could fail or seize, resulting in loss ofsteering control.
Remedy: Replace steering column assembly with one of proper length.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 1987NHTSA 87V067000290 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Summary: The flashing mode of the deceleration light system is not in compliance with FMVSS 108.
Consequence: Flashing deceleration lights may be confusing to otherdrivers; buses do not comply with FMVSS 108.
Remedy: Modify deceleration lights to remove the flashing mode.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 1987NHTSA 87V0660003,075 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column

Summary: An incorrect bolt may have been installed to retain the tilt steering column pivot bushings.
Consequence: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 23, 1986NHTSA 86V1710001,102 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column

Summary: 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 in loss of steering control.
Remedy: Install proper lock washer and correct misalignment of column housing pivot.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 1, 1986NHTSA 86V158000125 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary: 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.
Remedy: Emergency exit instructions will be added to the third window on the left side to identify this window position as an emergency exit.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 25, 1985NHTSA 85V137000866 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary: 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). Consequence of defect: buses are not in compliance with FMVSS 115.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1985 Flxible Metro were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1985 Flxible Metro have any recalls?: 8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, exterior lighting, steering, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1985 Flxible Metro recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Flxible dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Flxible Metro?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.