Setra S417 TC problems by model year

Updated Oct 10, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 14 recalls on file for the Setra S417 TC (2011–2020).

Complaints: 0
Recalls: 14
Model years: 10
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Setra S417 TC 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 TC model year

Year	Recalls	Top problem
2020 S417 TC	3	—
2019 S417 TC	2	—
2018 S417 TC	2	—
2017 S417 TC	2	—
2016 S417 TC	1	—
2015 S417 TC	1	—
2014 S417 TC	3	—
2013 S417 TC	7	—
2012 S417 TC	7	—
2011 S417 TC	9	—

Setra S417 TC recalls

Recall 24V277000Apr 18, 202479 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016
Risk: Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 20V406000Jul 14, 202064 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020
Risk: If the vehicle is operated above 20 km/h while the Electronic Stability Control system is disabled, there is a greater chance of loss of stability control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 20V394000Jul 3, 202058 vehiclesModel years 2020
Risk: If the engine compartment flap detaches from the coach while it is in motion, it can become a projectile, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 20V190000Apr 2, 202063 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: A detached door can increase the risk of injury to the coach occupants or the detached door could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V327000May 17, 20188 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018
Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V022000Jan 20, 201691 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012
Risk: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 14V369000Jun 25, 2014306 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014
Risk: An electrical overload may result in a short circuit or vehicle fire.
Recall 13V530000Oct 29, 2013457 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 13V465000Sep 25, 2013243 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014
Risk: An electrical overload may result in a short circuit or vehicle fire.
Recall 13V327000Jul 24, 20133 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: If the control arm loosens, it could reduce the driver's ability to control the direction of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V190000Apr 25, 2013234 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013
Risk: Corrosion in the socket can lead to a short circuit, possibly resulting in a fire.
Recall 12V547000Nov 23, 2012198 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013
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 2011
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 2011
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