Vehicle Make / Model:



Model Year(s):

SETRA / S407 CC 2012-2013
SETRA / S417 2009
SETRA / S417TC 2011-2013

Manufacturer: SETRA OF NORTH AMERICA

Report Receipt Date: NOV 23, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V547000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Potential Number of Units Affected: 203

Summary:
Setra is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 S417, S417TC, and S407CC motorcoaches, manufactured from May 2009 through June 2012. An incorrect routing of the ground wire near the alternator may lead to the chaffing and abrasion of the wire.

Consequence:
A damaged alternator ground wire could result in a short circuit and may lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy:
Setra's designated importer, Motor Coach Industries (MCI), will be conducting this recall. MCI will notify owners and will reroute the wiring free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2012. Owners may contact Motor Coach Industries at 1-502-318-3077.

Notes:
Setra's recall campaign number is 15.40U08377A. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.