repaired · 2016 Q2
Front: control arm
Risk. Should the tube crack and separate from the shaft of the vehicle, loss of vehicle control is possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
2005 Setra S417Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2005 Setra S417, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-142 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 8, 2016. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2005 Setra S417 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2005 Setra S417 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Visibility: glass, side/rear
Risk. COMPLIANCE TO FMVSS 205 IS REQUIRED FOR ANY AND ALL VEHICLES IN THE UNITED STATES TO ASSURE MINIMUM SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.
no report yet
Other: labels
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, WITHOUT THE CORRECT INSTRUCTIONS A PASSENGER MAY NOT KNOW HOW TO UNLATCH AND OPEN THE EMERGENCY EXIT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
no report yet
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. THIS COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT AND POSSIBLY A SUBSEQUENT FIRE.
Show 4 more recalls
no report yet
Electrical system
Risk. IF THE OPEN WIRE ENDS COME INTO CONTACT WITH PARTS OF THE FRAME, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR A SHORT CIRCUIT TO OCCUR AND THEN A SUBSEQUENT FIRE.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. REPROGRAMMING THE ECM WILL PREVENT THE POTENTIAL OF A TURBOCHARGER FAILURE FROM PROGRESSING TO AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
no report yet
Parking brake: indicator light
Risk. ILLUMINATION IN RED IS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE STANDARD.
no report yet
Parking brake: indicator light
Risk. THE DRIVER MAY MISINTERPRET THE SIGNAL AND WRONGLY ASSUME THE PARKING BRAKE IS ENGAGED.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Setra.
Best & worst years
2005 vs. every other S417 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the S417 median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What S417 owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SETRA S417 BUS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. THE OPPOSING DRIVERS INFORMED THE CONTACT OF A FIRE IN THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL AREA. IMMEDIATELY, THE DRIVER PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT WERE CALLED…
Own a 2005 S417?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.