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Safety Recall: 12V547000

12V547000 Reported: 11/23/2012 Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

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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.

Safety Risk

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 began on December 14, 2012. Owners may contact Motor Coach Industries at 1-502-318-3077.

Additional 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.

Affected Vehicles