NHTSA Recall 20V394000: Hinge and attachments (structure) and body (structure)
Daimler Coaches North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 58 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Setra S407 CC.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V394000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 75.00U20104A |
| Components | STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | July 3, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 28, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Coaches North America (DCNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Setra S407 and 2019-2020 S417 passenger coaches. The engine compartment flap may not have sufficient welding seams on the hinges, allowing the hinge connection to fail and the engine compartment flap to detach from the coach.
Safety 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.
Remedy
DCNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment flap seam welds and, if necessary, re-weld or replace the engine compartment flap, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact DCNA customer service at 1-905-403-7807. DCNA's number for this recall is 75.00U20104A. Recall 21V469 supersedes this recall.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V394000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.