Vehicle recall 08V219000 · May 15, 2008
1994-2002 Setra S217
Due to the result from high load on the vehicles, the wheel hub at the front axle could become damaged, fatigue and fracture.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Consequence
- The flange may separate from the wheel and then completely become loose from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V219000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 15, 2008
- Filed by
- SETRA OF NORTH AMERICA
- Owner notification
- December 23, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 265
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Axle hubs
Vehicles covered
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