NHTSA Recall 21V469000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
Daimler Coaches North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 530 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Setra S407.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V469000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | TI #: 75.00U21166A |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | June 23, 2021 |
| Owner notification | August 13, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Coaches North America (Daimler Coaches) is recalling certain 2009-2020 Setra S417 and 2012-2019 Setra S407 vehicles. The hinge on the engine compartment flap may crack, which could result in the flap detaching from the vehicle.
Safety risk
A detached engine compartment flap can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Daimler Coaches' number for this recall is TI#: 75.00U21166A. This recall supersedes previous recall number 20V394.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V469000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Setra S407 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Setra S417 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.