Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V219000 Reported May 15, 2008

Front axle wheel hub

Daimler Coaches North America · Power Train · 265 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V219000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
265
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 15, 2008

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

The flange may separate from the wheel and then completely become loose from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Coaches North America dealer and reference recall ID 08V219000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V219000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V219000?

NHTSA recall 08V219000 was issued by Daimler Coaches North America on May 15, 2008. It addresses: Front axle wheel hub. The recall affects approximately 265 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Coaches North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V219000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.