Recall 16V142 affects 7 2005-2009 Setra S417 coaches for lower control arms that can separate. Repair is free at any franchised Setra dealer.
Setra is recalling 7 2005-2009 S417 coaches with service-part lower control arms because hot crimping at the arm joint can crack and let the tube separate from the shaft. The defect raises the risk of loss of vehicle control and a crash; Setra dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front lower control arm on a 2005-2009 Setra S417 is a suspension link that helps hold the wheel assembly in the correct position. It also helps keep the coach tracking and steering as designed when the suspension moves over the road.
On affected coaches, the problem is in service replacement lower control arms installed during earlier repairs. The tube ends are joined to the control arm joint housing shafts by hot crimping, a process that squeezes the metal parts together under heat. A supplier process deviation left that crimped connection weak enough to crack, letting the tube separate from the shaft.
The listed warning sign is loss of steering control. If the control arm separates, the coach no longer responds to steering input as designed, so any sudden steering-control problem needs immediate attention.
Who's affected?
Covers one S417 coach model across five model years, all tied to the same front control arm.
| 2005 Setra S417 | control arm |
|---|---|
| 2006 Setra S417 | control arm |
| 2007 Setra S417 | control arm |
| 2008 Setra S417 | control arm |
| 2009 Setra S417 | control arm |
| Units affected | 7 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 7 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked lower control arm tube that separates from the shaft can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Treat any loss of steering control as an immediate reason to stop using the coach and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Setra dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2009 Setra S417 is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Setra dealer to schedule the free lower-control-arm replacement that fixes the tube separation issue in the front suspension.
- Bring the recall notice if Setra or MCI sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V142 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the repair is complete, because tube separation can lead to loss of vehicle control.
- Call Setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947 with questions and reference Setra recall 33.10U10124B.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Setra technician replaces the lower control arms covered by the recall. The repair addresses the service part lower control arm tube ends and joint housing shafts described in the filing, where cracking at the crimped connection can let the tube separate from the shaft. Parts and labor are covered by the recall, and the dealer performs the replacement free of charge.
Timeline
| March 4, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 8, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 15, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 28, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V142?
Recall 16V142 covers 7 2005-2009 Setra S417 coaches that had service-part lower control arms installed. The hot-crimped connection at the lower control arm can crack and separate, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. Setra dealers will replace the lower control arms for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2009 Setra S417 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 16V142. If it is, contact a franchised Setra dealer to schedule the lower-control-arm replacement. Reference NHTSA campaign 16V142 and Setra recall number 33.10U10124B when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and the Setra remedy says dealers will replace the lower control arms free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for an included 2005-2009 Setra S417.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control. In NHTSA campaign 16V142, the lower control arm tube can crack and separate from the shaft, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair before putting the coach back in regular service.
What if I bought my Setra S417 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or where the coach was bought. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Setra dealer or Setra customer service at 1-800-241-2947 with recall number 33.10U10124B.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V142000 |
|---|---|
| Setra customer service | 1-800-241-2947 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V142 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V142000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →