- The problem
- Setra is recalling 490 my 1984-2001 s215, my 1994-2002 s217 and my 2003-2009 s417 motor coaches equipped with emergency exits. These motor coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "Bus emergency exits and window retention and release." When a release mechanism is not located within an occupant space of an adjacent seat, a label meeting the requirements of s5.5.2 That indicates the location of the nearest release mechanism shall be placed within the occupant space. Example: "emergency exit instructions located next to seat ahead" these labels are not installed in the motor coaches mentioned in the example above.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, without the correct instructions a passenger may not know how to unlatch and open the emergency exit increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will send labels with a service instructions explaining the location of the labels free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during march 2009. Owners may contact setra at 1-800-882-8054.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Setra S217 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Setra S217 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in February 2009 for the labels. For comparison, the 2000 has 0 and the 2002 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical S217 year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Setra S217 problems
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2001 Setra S217 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- 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.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2001 Setra S217
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns 2001 setra s217 bus. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions; there was an excessive vibration. The driver pulled over to the side of the road. The rear passenger axle broke in half. The tag tire went underneath the bus. The vehicle was towed to the business establishment. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The contact had concern of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 418,680. Js updated 2/26/10 *cn the axle broke due to excessive rust. Updated 10/04/10
Setra S217: every year compared
All S217 yearsQuestions about the 2001 Setra S217
Does the 2001 Setra S217 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Setra S217: labels (February 2009); axle hubs (May 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Setra S217?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Setra S217 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 4, 2010 and the latest on January 4, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Setra S217 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Setra S217 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Setra S217 years have the most complaints?
1996 (1), 2001 (1). See every Setra S217 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Setra S217 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data