Emergency exit label/fmvss 217
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 09V044000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V044000?
NHTSA recall 09V044000 was issued by Daimler Coaches North America on February 4, 2009. It addresses: Emergency exit label/fmvss 217. The recall affects approximately 490 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Coaches North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V044000 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?
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