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SevereNHTSA·18V327000·Announced 2018-05-17

Setra Recalls 2017-2018 Motorcoaches Due to Steering Nut Loosening Risk

Setra is recalling 2017-2018 S417 TC and S407 CC motorcoaches because a steering drop arm nut may loosen, potentially causing a loss of steering control.

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 (steering drop arm nut) that can lead to a loss of steering control, which the source states increases the risk of a crash. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'structural vehicle defect' or 'significant injury/property-damage reports' (implied by crash risk), warranting a score of 4.

Plain-English summary

Setra of North America is recalling certain 2017-2018 Setra S417 TC and S407 CC motorcoaches. The recall addresses a defect where the steering drop arm nut may loosen, which could possibly cause a loss of steering control.

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific incidents, injuries, or fatalities associated with this defect.

Setra will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering drop arm and nut free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2018. Owners may contact Setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SETRA S417 TC, S407 CC
Brand
SETRA
Manufacturer
Setra of North America
Category
Vehicle — Motorcoach
Hazard
Affected units
8

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 (2)

  • S417 TC
  • S407 CC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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