Tuesday’s meeting also highlighted a host of Metro problems. One commissioner says Metro management “should be embarrassed.”
Both offenses are against WMATA’s rules.
The trains have been in limited use since a 2021 derailment. Experts say re-pressing the wheels on every 7000-series train is a long-term fix.
The two agencies were in for oversight hearings and say they’re working on better communication.
The report was commissioned by WMATA after repeated wheel problems dating back to before 2015.
Water damage, dust, and debris can cause the equipment to malfunction.
The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission found issues with how Metro powers its third rail system.
The agency also warned that its trip planner tools may be inaccurate as a result of the service changes,
An independent safety commission says Metro isn’t ensuring that train operators get enough time off between shifts, raising the risk of crashes.
