NHTSA Recall 08V219000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V219000; Date: May. 15, 2008
The flange may separate from the wheel and then completely become loose from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Setra S217; 1995 Setra S217; 1996 Setra S217; 1997 Setra S217; 1998 Setra S217; 1999 Setra S217; 2000 Setra S217; 2001 Setra S217; 2002 Setra S217
Component: Power Train:axle Hubs
Manufactured by: Setra Of North America
Affected Units:: 265
Recall Summary:
Setra is recalling 265 my 1994-2002 s217 hdh motor coaches. Due to the result from high load on the vehicles, the wheel hub at the front axle could become damaged, fatigue and fracture.
How to Fix:
Dealers will change the wheel hub with a reinforced wheel hub free of charge. The recall began on decemeber 23, 2008. Owners may contact setra at 1-800-882-8054.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 23, 2008
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