Daimler Coaches North America: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Daimler Coaches North America in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 29, 2013

(Campaign #: 54.10U09052A)

Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire

Setra of North America (Setra) is recalling certain model year 2012 S407 CC, 2007-2010 S417, and 2011-2013 S417 TC coaches equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

NHTSA ID: 13V530000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 457

Consequence Summary:

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Motor Coach Industries (MCI), Setra's importer and designated agent for sales, service and warranty, will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact MCI at 1-866-624-2622 or Setra Customer Service Line at 1-800-241-2947. Setra's recall number is 54.10U09052A.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 49.89

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September 25, 2013

(Campaign #: 82.10M08198A)

Light Control Unit Short Circuit/Fire

Setra of North America (Setra) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 S417 TC and 2012-2014 S407 CC motorcoaches. There may be an electrical overload in the control unit of the lights.

NHTSA ID: 13V465000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 243

Consequence Summary:

An electrical overload may result in a short circuit or vehicle fire.

Corrective Action:

Motor Coach Industries, the designated importer, will notify owners and replace the control unit, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Motor Coach Industries at 1-800-323-1290. Setra's recall number is 82.10M08198A.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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July 24, 2013

(Campaign #: 32.00U08919A)

Lower Control Arm May Loosen

Setra Luxury Coaches is recalling certain model year 2013 S417TC buses manufactured in April and May 2013. The bolted joint at the lower control arm in the rear axle could loosen due to a change in the manufacturing tightening method.

NHTSA ID: 13V327000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 3

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

Motor Coach Industries (MCI), the designated importer, will notify customers and will retorque the bolted connection. This service will be completed at no cost to the customer. The recall began on September 4, 2013. Owners may contact MCI at 1-866-624-2622 or Setra Customer Service Line at 1-800-241-2947. Setra's campaign number is 32.00U08919A.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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April 25, 2013

(Campaign #: 54.18U08765A)

Engine Compartment Short Circuit/Possible fire

Setra Luxury Coaches (Setra) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Setra S417 TC motorcoaches manufactured between May 2009 and March 2013 and model year 2012 and 2013 S407 motorcoaches manufactured between August 2010 and March 2013. Moisture can enter the remote diagnostic electrical connections socket in the engine compartment causing corrosion in the socket.

NHTSA ID: 13V190000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 234

Consequence Summary:

Corrosion in the socket can lead to a short circuit, possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Setra will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcoaches free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Setra Customer Service at 1-800-241-2947 for more information. Setra's recall campaign number is 54.18U08765A.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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