The problem
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.
The risk
The flange may separate from the wheel and then completely become loose from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Contacts
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.
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 08V219000.
- 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.