1996 Setra S217 Problems: 1 Complaint, 2 Recalls

The worst 1996 Setra S217 problems

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Equipment: other: labelsReported February 4, 2009 · 490 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 09V044000 · Recall details

Power train: axle hubsReported May 15, 2008 · 265 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 08V219000 · Recall details

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Filed Aug 24, 2009 · Engine · 00

Bus with extreme black and thick exhaust emissions jbc coach sentra license plate number bm3 148 from orillia to toronto on sunday aug.23,2009.

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Is the 1996 Setra S217 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Setra S217, close to a typical S217 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Setra S217?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1996 Setra S217 have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and power train.

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