The problem
On certain motor coaches, incorrect 7.5 Amp fuses were installed in the antilock brake (abs) circuit. The correct fuse is 25 amp.
The risk
The fuse may burn out and render the abs inoperative. This could cause the wheels to lock resulting in skidding and loss of control of the vehicle, increasking the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace fuses. Owner notification began during december 2003 with phased mailing dates. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact setra at 1-800-882-8054.
Contacts
Setra recall. No. 54.10W009. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Setra dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V017000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.