Setra S417 problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 8 recalls on file for the Setra S417 (2005–2020).

Complaints: 0
Recalls: 8
Model years: 16
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Setra S417 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Setra S417 model year

Year	Recalls	Top problem
2020 S417	2	—
2019 S417	2	—
2018 S417	2	—
2017 S417	2	—
2016 S417	2	—
2015 S417	2	—
2014 S417	2	—
2013 S417	2	—
2012 S417	2	—
2011 S417	2	—
2010 S417	6	—
2009 S417	8	—
2008 S417	4	—
2007 S417	4	—
2006 S417	3	—
2005 S417	2	—

Setra S417 recalls

Recall 26V176000Mar 23, 2026511 vehiclesModel years 2009–2020
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.
Recall 21V469000Jun 23, 2021530 vehiclesModel years 2009–2020
Risk: A detached engine compartment flap can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V106000Feb 14, 2018429 vehiclesModel years 2006–2010
Risk: If the doorway strip does not function properly, there is an increased risk of a pinch injury.
Recall 16V142000Mar 8, 20167 vehiclesModel years 2005–2009
Risk: Should the tube crack and separate from the shaft of the vehicle, loss of vehicle control is possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V530000Oct 29, 2013457 vehiclesModel years 2007–2010
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 12V547000Nov 23, 2012198 vehiclesModel years 2009
Risk: A damaged alternator ground wire could result in a short circuit and may lead to a vehicle fire.
Recall 11V220000Apr 6, 2011171 vehiclesModel years 2005–2010
Risk: Compliance to fmvss 205 is required for any and all vehicles in the united states to assure minimum safety requirements.
Recall 10V625000Dec 13, 201097 vehiclesModel years 2009–2010
Risk: Compliance to fmvss 205 is required for any and all vehicles in the united states to assure minimum safety requirements.

Other Setra models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology