The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V142000·Announced 2016-03-08

Setra Recalls 2005-2009 S417 Coaches Due to Control Arm Defect

Setra is recalling 2005-2009 S417 coaches because a cracked control arm tube can separate, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension control arm) where failure could lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Setra of North America is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 S417 coaches manufactured between March 1, 2005, and February 28, 2009. The recall applies to vehicles that had service part lower control arms installed. The defect involves the hot crimping that connects the tube ends to the control arm joint housing shafts, which may crack and cause the tube to separate from the shaft.

If the tube cracks and separates from the shaft, the vehicle may lose control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on March 28, 2016. MCI, the sales agent for these vehicles, notified owners verbally.

Dealers will replace the lower control arms free of charge. Owners may contact Setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947. Setra's number for this recall is 33.10U10124B. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SETRA S417
Brand
SETRA
Manufacturer
Setra of North America
Category
Vehicle — Bus / Coach
Hazard
Affected units
7

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • S417

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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