The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V469000·Announced 2021-06-23

Daimler Recalls Setra Coaches Due to Engine Compartment Flap Hinge Defect

Daimler Coaches is recalling 530 Setra S407 and S417 coaches because a cracked engine flap hinge could cause the flap to detach, creating a road hazard.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where a component may detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Coaches North America is recalling 530 Setra S407 and S417 vehicles. The affected models include 2012-2019 Setra S407 and 2009-2020 Setra S417 coaches.

The recall addresses a defect where the hinge on the engine compartment flap may crack. This could result in the flap detaching from the vehicle. A detached engine compartment flap can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SETRA S407, S417
Brand
SETRA
Manufacturer
Daimler Coaches North America
Category
Vehicle — Coach / Bus
Hazard
Affected units
530

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • S407
  • S417

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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