Overview

• 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.