Setra S417 TC recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 20, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Coaches North America recalls 2011–2012 Setra S417 TC, S407 CC

Recall number

16V022000

Brand / firm

Setra

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 91 units

Why it was recalled

If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Setra of North America (Setra) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S417TC buses manufactured August 2, 2010, to October 3, 2011, and 2012 Setra S407CC buses manufactured August 2, 2010, to July 4, 2011, and equipped with certain Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.

What to do

Setra will notify owners, and the seats will be inspected to determine if any welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact Setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947 or Recaro customer service at 1-248-484-3203. Setra's number for this recall is 91.10U10086A.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.