2003-2011 Setra S417 and Setra S417 TC recall: glass, side/rear

Setra Of North America reported this safety recall on April 6, 2011. It covers about 171 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 171
reported: Apr 6, 2011
owners notified: May 2, 2011

Visibility: glass, side/rear

What is wrong: Setra is recalling certain model year 2003-2010 s417 and model year 2011 s417 tc motor coaches for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 205, "glazing materials." the partition glass behind the driver of each affected bus does not have the necessary dot markings as specified and was not marked correctly.
Risk: Compliance to fmvss 205 is required for any and all vehicles in the united states to assure minimum safety requirements.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the partition glass free of charge. The safety recall is expected begin during may 2011. Owners may contact setra at 1‑800‑882‑8054.

Recall number 11V220000

Affected vehicles

Setra S417 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Setra S417 TC 2011 2011

Questions about recall 11V220000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2011 Setra S417 and Setra S417 TC glass, side/rear?

Yes. Recall 11V220000, reported on April 6, 2011, covers about 171 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V220000?

Dealers will replace the partition glass free of charge. The safety recall is expected begin during may 2011. Owners may contact setra at 1‑800‑882‑8054.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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