(tweet 2/2) for the metrorail trip instead of using your pass. What should happen is the system charges for partner bus, and then doesn’t charge for train. Agent confirmed tapping on a partner bus first “trips up the system”. agent was able to refund, but can we fix root cause?
Hey @Metrorailinfo@wmataGM, confirmed with SmarTrip rep over the phone— there is a known issue, if you have a monthly unlimited pass, if you tap on regional partner bus (such as Fairfax connector), and then tap onto metrorail, the system will improperly charge you (tweet 1/2)
@Metrorailinfo why did train w a “door problem” offload, then reload at McPherson? Plus the last 3 cars doors didn’t open a 2nd time so most ppl were stranded on platform
WMATA ppl at the station were confused as well and said “they have to get better communication”
@wmataGM
@Metrorailinfo Like there’s an issue you know about causing trains to run over DOUBLE their normal headways, and it was not felt necessary to inform customers at all?
Cc @wmataGM
@Metrorailinfo 7204 to Ashburn— the operator is making excellent announcements and sounds so professional and smooth— she should be the new automated voice! :)
@Metrorailinfo Union station incorrectly playing automated announcement meant for Takoma (“there is no red line service towards glenmont from this station, please use shuttle busses”)