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blue_streak_1 · December 26, 2011, 3:51pm

1. DC WMATA – taking 5000 series cars ( same series that was involved in rear end collision ) due to mechanical problems.

http://www.progressiverailroading.com/mechanical/news/WMATA-withdraws-16-rail-cars-from-service-after-mechanical-failure--29280

blue_streak_1 · January 10, 2012, 9:22am

2. DC WMATA — Appears that they are taking very seriously any mechanical / software failures now. Car had brake rigging problem so entire fleet inspected and suspect parts replaced.

http://www.progressiverailroading.com/mechanical/news/WMATA-completes-railcar-inspection--29437