Recall 12V547000: 2009, 2011–2013 Setra S417
- Report received
- Nov 23, 2012
- Manufacturer
- Setra of north america
- Potentially affected
- 198vehicles
- Model years
- 2009, 2011–2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Setra is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 S417, S417TC, and S407CC motorcoaches, manufactured from May 2009 through June 2012. An incorrect routing of the ground wire near the alternator may lead to the chaffing and abrasion of the wire.
Possible consequence
A damaged alternator ground wire could result in a short circuit and may lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Setra's designated importer, Motor Coach Industries (MCI), will be conducting this recall. MCI will notify owners and will reroute the wiring free of charge. The safety recall began on December 14, 2012. Owners may contact Motor Coach Industries at 1-502-318-3077.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2009 Setra S4170 complaints
- 2011 Setra S4170 complaints
- 2012 Setra S4170 complaints
- 2013 Setra S4170 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.