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2012 Setra S417 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2012 Setra S417, covering 1,041 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Electrical system: wiring: switches/knobs/buttonsReported March 23, 2026 · 511 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Daimler Coaches North America (Daimler Coaches) is recalling certain 2009-2020 Setra S417 and 2012-2019 Setra S407 vehicles. The switches for the hazard warning lights, defroster, heating and air conditioning system, and fan speed may fail to illuminate correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
The driver may be distracted by switches that are too bright or by searching for switches that are too dim or not illuminated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler Coaches will repair the hazard warning lights switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Daimler Coaches' customer service at 1‑416‑624‑3558.

Recall number 26V176000 · Recall details

Structure: body: hood: hinge and attachmentsReported June 23, 2021 · 530 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Daimler Coaches North America (Daimler Coaches) is recalling certain 2009-2020 Setra S417 and 2012-2019 Setra S407 vehicles. The hinge on the engine compartment flap may crack, which could result in the flap detaching from the vehicle.
Risk
A detached engine compartment flap can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will attach a restraining tether to the engine compartment flap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owners may contact Daimler Coaches' customer service at 1‑416‑624‑3558. Daimler Coaches' number for this recall is TI#: 75.00U21166A. This recall supersedes previous recall number 20V394.

Recall number 21V469000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2012 Setra S417 recalls

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How many recalls does the 2012 Setra S417 have?

2, covering electrical system and structure.

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