Missing j-bracket welds on bus operator seat
Defect Summary
Setra of north america (setra) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 s417tc buses manufactured august 2, 2010, to october 3, 2011, and 2012 setra s407cc buses manufactured august 2, 2010, to july 4, 2011, and equipped with certain recaro ergo-m commercial bus driver seats. the affected seats have j-brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the j-bracket.
Safety Consequence
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Setra will notify owners, and the seats will be inspected to determine if any welds are missing. any j-bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. the recall began on february 24, 2016. owners may contact setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947 or recaro customer service at 1-248-484-3203. setra's number for this recall is 91.10u10086a.
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FAQ: Recall 16V022000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V022000?
NHTSA recall 16V022000 was issued by Daimler Coaches North America on January 20, 2016. It addresses: Missing j-bracket welds on bus operator seat. The recall affects approximately 91 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Coaches North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V022000 or the manufacturer campaign number 91.10U10086A. 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.