Amtrak Substitutes Buses for Borealis Line After Corrosion Found on Railcars

Corrosion discovered on 70 Horizon railcars has disrupted service on the Borealis line and three other routes, with no timeline yet for resolution.

Routine inspections uncovered corrosion on 70 Horizon railcars, prompting Amtrak to remove them from service for safety concerns.
The Borealis line, connecting St. Paul and Chicago, now operates with substitute bus transportation as repairs are assessed.
Corrosion issues have also affected three other Amtrak routes, including the Hiawatha line between Chicago and Milwaukee.
The Horizon railcars, built by Bombardier between 1988 and 1990, highlight challenges in maintaining aging rail infrastructure.
The Empire Builder line, which also serves St. Paul, remains unaffected, ensuring some continuity for regional rail passengers.