NHTSA Recall 05V229000: Indicator light (parking brake)
SETRA OF NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 317 vehicles. It affects 2003–2006 Setra S417.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V229000 |
|---|---|
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › INDICATOR LIGHT |
| Report received | May 10, 2005 |
| Owner notification | May 24, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 36-58 passenger motor coaches, the parking brake indicator light on the dashboard may illuminate in limited circumstances even though the parking brake is not engaged.
Safety risk
The driver may misinterpret the signal and wrongly assume the parking brake is engaged. The vehicle could roll unaware, which could result in a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the parking brake pressure switch free of charge. The recall on may 24, 2005. Owners may contract setra at 1-800-882-8054.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V229000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.