2013 Setra S417 Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2013 Setra S417 problems

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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

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2013 Setra S417 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2013 Setra S417.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Setra S417?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2013 Setra S417 have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and structure.

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