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Sauer Danfoss Inc
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SEC Filings
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April 29, 2013 15-12B

- 15-12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number 001-14097 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its c

April 17, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 17, 2013 Date of earliest event reported: April 12, 2013 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-14097 36-3482074 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number

April 17, 2013 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF SAUER-DANFOSS INC.

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF SAUER-DANFOSS INC. FIRST: The name of this corporation shall be: Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (the “Corporation”) SECOND: Its registered office in the State of Delaware is to be located at 2711 Centerville Road, Suite 400, in the City of Wilmington, County of New Castle, 19808, and its registered agent at such address is CORPORATION SERVICE CO

April 17, 2013 EX-3.2

SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (a Delaware corporation) ARTICLE I OFFICES

Exhibit 3.2 BY-LAWS OF SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (a Delaware corporation) ARTICLE I OFFICES The registered office of SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (the “Corporation”) shall be located in Wilmington, Delaware. The Corporation shall have offices at such places within or without the State of Delaware as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board”) may from time to time determine or the business of the Corpo

April 16, 2013 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 16, 2013 Registration No.

April 16, 2013 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 16, 2013 Registration No.

April 16, 2013 S-8 POS

- S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 16, 2013 Registration No.

April 15, 2013 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on April 26, 2013, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a).

April 12, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(IX)

Danfoss Successfully Completes Sauer-Danfoss Tender Offer; Acquisition Expected to Close Later Today

EX-99.(A)(5)(IX) 2 a13-742716ex99da5ix.htm EX-99.(A)(5)(IX) Exhibit 99.(a)(5)(ix) Danfoss Successfully Completes Sauer-Danfoss Tender Offer; Acquisition Expected to Close Later Today Nordborg, Denmark, April 12, 2013 — Danfoss A/S announced today that its tender offer to purchase all the issued and outstanding shares of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) not already owned by Danfoss for $58.50 per sha

April 12, 2013 SC TO-T/A

- SC TO-T

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of DANFOSS A/S (Names of Filing Persons (offeror)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

April 12, 2013 SC 14D9/A

- SC 14D9/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804137107 (CUSIP Number o

April 12, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

April 11, 2013 EX-99.(C)(2)

Danfoss Discussion Materials Strictly Private and Confidential November 26th, 2012 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft

EX-99.(C)(2) 2 a13-742715ex99dc2.htm EX-99.(C)(2) Exhibit (c)(2) Danfoss Discussion Materials Strictly Private and Confidential November 26th, 2012 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft Table of Contents 1. Executive Summary 1 2. Process Considerations 8 3. Valuation Considerations 22 Appendix A. Citi Qualifications & Team 34 B. Sauer-Danfoss Board of Directors 37 C. Select Case Studies 38 D

April 11, 2013 SC TO-T/A

- SC TO-T/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of DANFOSS A/S (Names of Filing Persons (offeror)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

April 11, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

April 10, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

April 10, 2013 EX-99.(C)(7)

PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 1 3 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 2 CON F I D ENT I A L

Exhibit 99.(c)(7) PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 1 3 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 2 CON F I D ENT I A L Disclaimer The information herein has been prepared by Lazard Frères & Co. LLC (“Lazard”) solely based upon information supplied by you (the “Company”) and information that is publicly available. Portions of the information herein may be based upon certain statements, estimates and forecasts pro

April 4, 2013 EX-99.(C)(3)

Lazard DISCUSSION MATERIALS 18 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL Sauer Danfoss WORKING DRAFT

EX-99.(C)(3) 2 a13-75764ex99dc3.htm EX-99.(C)(3) Exhibit (c)(3) Lazard DISCUSSION MATERIALS 18 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL Sauer Danfoss WORKING DRAFT Lazard Sauer Danfoss.Introduction 1 CONFIDENTIAL .Work completed to date: .12/21/12: Lazard diligence request list sent to Management .Requested diligence included 2012 results, financial forecast (5 years) and key assumptions (including on growth and

April 4, 2013 EX-99.(C)(5)

SPECIAL COMMITTEE CASE 24 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL

Exhibit (c)(5) SPECIAL COMMITTEE CASE 24 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL Base Case Forecast: Key Assumptions 1 CONFIDENTIAL .

April 4, 2013 EX-99.(C)(4)

MANAGEMENT FORECAST : SCENARIO ANALYSIS 24 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL WORKING DRAFT

EX-99.(C)(4) 3 a13-75764ex99dc4.htm EX-99.(C)(4) Exhibit (c)(4) MANAGEMENT FORECAST : SCENARIO ANALYSIS 24 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL WORKING DRAFT Scenarios to Management Forecast ($ in millions) DESCRIPTION SALES CAGR 2017E EBITDA MANAGEMENT FORECAST 7.6% $527 MARKET GROWTH Geographic segments growth reduced to market growth rate Reflects growth from increasing hydraulics content per machine Assu

April 4, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

April 4, 2013 EX-99.(C)(6)

PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 30 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL WORKING DRAFT

Exhibit (c)(6) PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 30 JANUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL WORKING DRAFT Table of Contents CONFIDENTIAL I INTRODUCTION 1 II SAUER-DANFOSS: SITUATION OVERVIEW 6 III FINANCIAL ANALYSIS 15 IV ADDITIONAL STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVES 24 V PROPOSED NEXT STEPS 28 APPENDIX A Valuation Supporting Materials 29 B Danfoss A/S Overview 34 I Introduction I INTRODUCTION Introduction Work completed to date: 12/21/12: Lazard diligence request list sent to Management Requested diligence included 2012 results, financial forecast (5 years) and key assumptions – (including on growth and margins), and recent documents (e.

April 4, 2013 CORRESP

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601 Lexington Avenue New York, New York 10022 Thomas W. Christopher To Call Writer Directly: (212) 446-4790 [email protected] (212) 446-4800 www.kirkland.com Facsimile: (212) 446-4900 April 4, 2013 VIA EDGAR Christina Chalk Senior Special Counsel Division of Corporation Finance — Office of Merger & Acquisitions U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission 100 F. Street, N.E. Washington, D.C

April 4, 2013 SC TO-T/A

- SC TO-T/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of DANFOSS A/S (Names of Filing Persons (offeror)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

April 4, 2013 SC 14D9/A

- SC 14D9/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804137107 (CUSIP Number o

March 25, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

March 25, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(VIII)

IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE

Exhibit (a)(5)(viii) EFiled: Mar 21 2013 05:16PM EDT Transaction ID 51259580 Case No.

March 25, 2013 SC TO-T/A

- SC TO-T/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of DANFOSS A/S (Names of Filing Persons (offeror)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

March 25, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(VII)

IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE

Exhibit (a)(5)(vii) EFiled: Mar 21 2013 12:25PM EDT Transaction ID 51254157 Case No.

March 25, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(VI)

IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE

Exhibit (a)(5)(vi) IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE C. DAVID SCHACHER, individually and on ) behalf of all others similarly situated, ) ) Plaintiff, ) C.A. No. 8396-VCL ) v. ) ) JØRGEN M. CLAUSEN, NIELS ) B. CHRISTIANSEN, ERIC ALSTROM, ) KIM FAUSING, RICHARD J. FREELAND, ) PER HAVE, WILLIAM E. HOOVER, JR., ) JOHANNES F. KIRCHHOFF, ) ANDERS STAHLSCHMIDT, STEVEN ) H. WOOD, DANFOSS A

March 25, 2013 SC 14D9/A

- SC 14D9/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804137107 (CUSIP Number o

March 21, 2013 SC 13E3/A

- SC 13E3/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of S

March 21, 2013 SC 14D9/A

- SC 14D9/A

SC 14D9/A 1 a13-75197sc14d9a.htm SC 14D9/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Cla

March 21, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(K)

Answers

EX-99.(A)(1)(K) 2 a13-75197ex99da1k.htm EX-99.(A)(1)(K) Exhibit (a)(1)(K) Danfoss Tender Offer – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) On November 28, 2012 Danfoss announced its intention to commence a cash tender offer for all shares held by the public minority shareholders of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. On March 15, 2013, Danfoss launched the tender offer to purchase all of the outstanding shares of Sauer-Da

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(E)(11)

Employment Contract zwischen / between SAUER-DANFOSS GMBH & CO. OHG und / and HERRN THOMAS KAISER

Exhibit (e)(11) ANSTELLUNGSVERTRAG Employment Contract zwischen / between SAUER-DANFOSS GMBH & CO.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(V)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(VI)

GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(vi) GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 Guidelines for Determining the Proper Identification Number to Give the Payer — Social Security numbers have nine digits separated by two hyphens: i.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

Sauer-Danfoss Employees' Savings Plan Impact of Agreement and Plan of Merger And Tender Offer on Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Stock Fund Questions & Answers

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(J) Sauer-Danfoss Employees' Savings Plan Impact of Agreement and Plan of Merger And Tender Offer on Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(II)

THIS DOCUMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated March 15, 2013 by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiar

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(ii) THIS DOCUMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(III)

NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY for Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(iii) NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY for Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

March 15, 2013 SC 13E3

- SC 13ES

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 15, 2013 SC TO-T

SHS / Sauer Danfoss Inc / DANFOSS ACQUISITION INC - SC TO-T

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(IV)

Danfoss Commences Cash Tender Offer for Sauer-Danfoss Shares It Does Not Already Own

Exhibit (a)(5)(iv) Danfoss Commences Cash Tender Offer for Sauer-Danfoss Shares It Does Not Already Own Nordborg, Denmark, March 15, 2013 — Danfoss A/S announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Danfoss Acquisition, Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(C)(1)

Sauer-Danfoss Preliminary Valuation Analysis Strictly Private and Confidential February 11, 2013 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft Preliminary Draft - Confidential

Exhibit (c)(1) Sauer-Danfoss Preliminary Valuation Analysis Strictly Private and Confidential February 11, 2013 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft Preliminary Draft - Confidential Historical Stock Price Performance 03/02/11: Announced Q4 earnings of $2.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(VI)

GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(vi) GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 Guidelines for Determining the Proper Identification Number to Give the Payer — Social Security numbers have nine digits separated by two hyphens: i.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(III)

NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY for Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(C)(1)

Sauer-Danfoss Preliminary Valuation Analysis Strictly Private and Confidential February 11, 2013 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft Preliminary Draft - Confidential

Exhibit (c)(1) Sauer-Danfoss Preliminary Valuation Analysis Strictly Private and Confidential February 11, 2013 Citi Corporate and Investment Banking Draft Preliminary Draft - Confidential Historical Stock Price Performance 03/02/11: Announced Q4 earnings of $2.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(C)(2)

28 FEBRUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE

Exhibit (c)(2) 28 FEBRUARY 2013 CONFIDENTIAL PRESENTATION TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE CONFIDENTIAL Disclaimer The information herein has been prepared by Lazard based upon information supplied by Sauer-Danfoss (the “Company”) or publicly available information, and portions of the information herein may be based upon certain statements, estimates and forecasts provided by the Company and the Special Committee of the Board of Directors of the Company (the "Special Committee") with respect to the anticipated future performance of the Company.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(V)

IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE

Exhibit (a)(5)(v) EFiled: Mar 08 2013 05:26PM EST Transaction ID 50003748 Case No.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(VII)

This announcement is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell Shares (as defined below). The Offer (as defined below) is made solely by the Offer to Purchase, dated March 15, 2013, and the related Letter of Transmittal and

EX-99.(A)(1)(VII) 8 a2213660zex-99a1vii.htm EX-99.(A)(1)(VII) Exhibit (a)(1)(vii) This announcement is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell Shares (as defined below). The Offer (as defined below) is made solely by the Offer to Purchase, dated March 15, 2013, and the related Letter of Transmittal and any amendments or supplements thereto. The Purchaser (as defined bel

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(IV)

Danfoss Commences Cash Tender Offer for Sauer-Danfoss Shares It Does Not Already Own

Exhibit (a)(5)(iv) Danfoss Commences Cash Tender Offer for Sauer-Danfoss Shares It Does Not Already Own Nordborg, Denmark, March 15, 2013 — Danfoss A/S announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Danfoss Acquisition, Inc.

March 15, 2013 SC 13E3

- SC 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of the Issuer) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities) Kenneth

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(G)

March 15, 2013

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(H) March 15, 2013 Dear Sauer-Danfoss Stockholders: As previously disclosed, Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(II)

THIS DOCUMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated March 15, 2013 by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiar

EX-99.(A)(1)(II) 3 a2213660zex-99a1ii.htm EX-99(A)(1)(II) QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(ii) THIS DOCUMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated March 15, 2013 by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Da

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(H)

IMMEDIATE ATTENTION REQUIRED

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit (a)(1)(I) PARTICIPANT NAME ADDRESS LINE 1 CITY STATE ZIP IMMEDIATE ATTENTION REQUIRED March 15, 2013 Re: Sauer-Danfoss Employees' Savings Plan Dear Plan Participant: Our records reflect that, as a participant in the Sauer-Danfoss Employees' Savings Plan (the "Plan"), a portion of your individual account is invested in the Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(IV)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(VII)

This announcement is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell Shares (as defined below). The Offer (as defined below) is made solely by the Offer to Purchase, dated March 15, 2013, and the related Letter of Transmittal and

EX-99.(A)(1)(VII) 8 a2213660zex-99a1vii.htm EX-99.(A)(1)(VII) Exhibit (a)(1)(vii) This announcement is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell Shares (as defined below). The Offer (as defined below) is made solely by the Offer to Purchase, dated March 15, 2013, and the related Letter of Transmittal and any amendments or supplements thereto. The Purchaser (as defined bel

March 15, 2013 SC 14D9

- SC 14D9

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(IV)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(1)(V)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Sauer-Danfoss Inc. at $58.50 Net Per Share by Danfoss Acquisition, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Danfoss A/S

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March 15, 2013 EX-99.(A)(5)(V)

IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE

EX-99.(A)(5)(V) 10 a2213660zex-99a5v.htm EX-99.(A)(5)(V) Exhibit (a)(5)(v) EFiled: Mar 08 2013 05:26PM EST Transaction ID 50003748 Case No. 8396- IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE C. DAVID SCHACHER, individually and on ) behalf of all others similarly situated, ) ) Plaintiff, ) C.A. No.: ) v. ) ) JØRGEN M. CLAUSEN, NIELS ) B. CHRISTIANSEN, ERIC ALSTROM, ) KIM FAUSING, RICHARD J. FR

March 8, 2013 SC14D9C

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of Secur

March 5, 2013 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER DANFOSS A/S, DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. SAUER-DANFOSS INC. Dated as of March 1, 2013

Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION COPY AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER among DANFOSS A/S, DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. and SAUER-DANFOSS INC. Dated as of March 1, 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE 1 THE OFFER AND THE MERGER 2 Section 1.1 The Offer 2 Section 1.2 Company Actions 5 Section 1.3 Schedule 13E-3 6 Section 1.4 The Merger 7 Section 1.5 Effects of the Merger 7 Section 1.6 Closing 8 Sectio

March 5, 2013 EX-99.1

Danfoss A/S and Sauer-Danfoss Sign Definitive Merger Agreement Danfoss A/S To Acquire Remainder Of Sauer-Danfoss For $58.50 Per Share In Cash Danfoss To Commence Tender Offer For 24.4% Of Sauer-Danfoss It Does Not Already Own Sauer-Danfoss Declares F

Exhibit 99.1 Danfoss A/S Contact: Sauer-Danfoss Contact: Bob Marese Bryan Locke/Carissa Ramirez MacKenzie Partners, Inc. Sard Verbinnen & Co (212) 929-5500 (312) 895-4700 Danfoss A/S and Sauer-Danfoss Sign Definitive Merger Agreement Danfoss A/S To Acquire Remainder Of Sauer-Danfoss For $58.50 Per Share In Cash Danfoss To Commence Tender Offer For 24.4% Of Sauer-Danfoss It Does Not Already Own Sau

March 5, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 a13-656418k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: March 5, 2013 Date of earliest event reported: March 1, 2013 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-14097 36-3482074 (State or other jurisdiction

March 1, 2013 SC TO-C

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS A/S DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. (Name of Filing Persons (offerors)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of Secur

March 1, 2013 SC14D9C

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (RULE 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of Secur

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. FINAL AVERAGE PAY SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT BENEFIT PLAN (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008)

EXHIBIT 10.1ak FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. FINAL AVERAGE PAY SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT BENEFIT PLAN (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008) WHEREAS, Sauer-Danfoss Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), maintains the Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Final Average Pay Supplemental Retirement Benefit Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2008 (the “Plan”); and WHEREAS, t

February 21, 2013 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012 COMMISSION FILE NUMBER: 1-14097 SAUER-DANFOSS INC.

February 21, 2013 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT FEBRUARY 2013 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Jurisdiction of Formation Business Purpose Sauer-Danfoss (US) Company Delaware Manufacturing & Sales Hydro-Gear, Inc. Delaware Holding Company Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership Illinois Man

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT FEBRUARY 2013 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Jurisdiction of Formation Business Purpose Sauer-Danfoss (US) Company Delaware Manufacturing & Sales Hydro-Gear, Inc. Delaware Holding Company Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership Illinois Manufacturing & Sales Sauer-Danfoss-Daikin Pty Ltd. Australia Sales Sauer-Danfoss BVBA Belgium Sales Hydro-Gear Europe BVBA Belgium Sales Saue

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. 409A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR SELECTED EMPLOYEES AND US NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTORS (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008)

EXHIBIT 10.1af SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. 409A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR SELECTED EMPLOYEES AND US NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTORS (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008) WHEREAS, Sauer-Danfoss Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), maintains the Sauer-Danfoss Inc. 409A Deferred Compensation Plan for Selected Employees and US Nonemployee Directors, as amended and rest

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

LEASE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1b LEASE AGREEMENT THIS LEASE AGREEMENT is entered into as of the 30th day of October, 2012, between DAIKIN INDUSTRIES, LTD., a Japanese corporation having its principal office at Umeda Center Bldg., 4-12, Nakazaki-Nishi 2-chome, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8323 (“Landlord”) and DAIKIN-SAUER-DANFOSS MANUFACTURING LTD., a Japanese corporation having its principal office at 1-1 Nishi-Hitotsuya, Se

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS, INC. 409A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR SELECTED EMPLOYEES AND US NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTORS (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008)

EXHIBIT 10.1ae FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS, INC. 409A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR SELECTED EMPLOYEES AND US NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTORS (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008) WHEREAS, Sauer-Danfoss Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), maintains the Sauer-Danfoss Inc. 409A Deferred Compensation Plan for Selected Employees and US Nonemployee Directors, as amended and rest

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE SAVINGS & RETIREMENT PLAN (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008)

EXHIBIT 10.1ac FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SAUER-DANFOSS INC. SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE SAVINGS & RETIREMENT PLAN (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2008) WHEREAS, Sauer-Danfoss Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), maintains the Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Supplemental Executive Savings & Retirement Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2008 (the “Plan”); and WHEREAS, the Company d

February 21, 2013 EX-10.1

SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MANUFACTURING JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1an SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MANUFACTURING JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MANUFACTURING JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT This SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MANUFACTURING JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 30th day of October, 2012, between SAUER‑DANFOSS INC., a Delaware corporation (“Sauer‑Danfoss”) and DAIKIN INDUSTRIES, LTD., a Japanese c

February 20, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: February 20, 2013 Date of Earliest Event Reported: February 20, 2013 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commissio

February 20, 2013 EX-99.1

Three Months Ended Year Ended (Dollars and shares in thousands except per share data) December 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 December 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 Net sales 413,007 446,131 1,916,094 2,057,487 Cost of sales 291,084 323,631 1,299,207 1,400,

Exhibit 99.1 FEBRUARY 20, 2013 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2012 RESULTS • Revenues Down, Reflecting Continued Weak Markets • Operating Income Increases, Reflecting Strong Control of Costs • Strong Cash Flow • Initial Outlook for 2013 AMES, Iowa, USA, February 20, 2013 - Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2012

December 20, 2012 SC14D9C

- SC14D9C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9C Rule 14d-101 Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) Of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Subject Company) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (

December 11, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: December 11, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: December 6, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission

November 29, 2012 EX-99.(A)(1)

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Exhibit (a)(1) NOVEMBER 28, 2012 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. CONFIRMS RECEIPT OF NOTICE FROM DANFOSS A/S REGARDING ITS INTENTION TO COMMENCE TENDER OFFER · Stockholders Advised to Take No Action Pending Review by Special Committee of Board of Directors of Sauer-Danfoss AMES, Iowa, USA, November 28, 2012 — Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today confirmed that it has received notice from Danfoss A/S of its int

November 29, 2012 SC14D9C

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9C Rule 14d-101 Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) Of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Subject Company) Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (

November 29, 2012 EX-99.(A)(2)

DANFOSS PROPOSES TO ACQUIRE SHARES OF SAUER-DANFOSS IT DOES NOT CURRENTLY OWN AT $49.00 PER SHARE

Exhibit (a)(2) November 28, 2012 Global Announcement Danfoss A/S to launch cash tender offer to acquire remaining public minority stake in Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

November 28, 2012 SC TO-C

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. (Name of Subject Company) DANFOSS A/S DANFOSS ACQUISITION, INC. (Name of Filing Persons (offerors)) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 804 137 107 (CUSIP Number of Class of Secur

November 28, 2012 SC 13D/A

SHS / Sauer Danfoss Inc / DANFOSS A/S Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Amendment No.

November 28, 2012 EX-99.C

November 28, 2012

November 28, 2012 [DANFOSS LOGO] Board of Directors Sauer-Danfoss Inc. 2800 East 13th Street Ames, Iowa Dear Members of the Board: I am writing to confirm the exciting new proposal that we described at today’s meeting of the Board of Directors. Danfoss proposes to acquire all the remaining shares of Sauer-Danfoss it does not currently own at a price of $49.00 per share in cash. We believe this pro

November 28, 2012 EX-99.D

[DANFOSS LOGO]

[DANFOSS LOGO] PRESS RELEASE November 28, 2012 DANFOSS PROPOSES TO ACQUIRE SHARES OF SAUER-DANFOSS IT DOES NOT CURRENTLY OWN AT $49.

October 31, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: October 31, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: October 30, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission

October 25, 2012 EX-10.1

Neumünster, August 29, 2012 Place Date Paderborn, August 30, 2012 Place Date /s/ Thomas Kaiser /s/ Eric Alström Sauer-Danfoss GmbH & Co. OHG Kaiser, Thomas General Manager Eric Alström

Employment Contract between Sauer-Danfoss GmbH & Co. OHG, Krokamp 35, 24539 Neumünster, Germany hereinafter referred to as "Employer" and Eric Alström Bekscher Berg 21, 33100 Paderborn, Germany Hereinafter referred to as “Employee” 1) Duties and Area of Work a) Employee shall commence his activities for the Employer on September 10, 2012. Within his work Employee is President and Chief Executive O

October 25, 2012 EX-10.2

Separation Agreement and General Release

Separation Agreement and General Release Between 1. Sauer-Danfoss GmbH & Co. OHG - hereinafter referred to as "Company" - 2. Sauer-Danfoss, Inc. - hereinafter referred to as "Sauer-Danfoss" and Sven Ruder - hereinafter referred to as "Employee" - Preamble The Company, Sauer-Danfoss and the Employee mutually wish to confirm the terms of Employee's separation from employment and to settle, release a

October 25, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-14097 SAUER-DANFOSS INC.

October 24, 2012 EX-99.1

Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended (Dollars and shares in thousands except per share data) September 30, 2012 September 30, 2011 September 30, 2012 September 30, 2011 Net sales 410,307 483,297 1,503,087 1,611,356 Cost of sales 277,594 328,482 1,008

Exhibit 99.1 OCTOBER 24, 2012 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2012 RESULTS • Revenues and Earnings Down, Reflecting Declining Markets • Maintaining High Operating Margins • Strong Cash Flow; $20 Million Prepayment on Danfoss Loan • Outlook Range Narrowed for 2012 AMES, Iowa, USA, October 24, 2012 - Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced its financial results for the third quarter

October 24, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: October 24, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: October 24, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission

September 5, 2012 8-K

- SVEN RUDER SEPARATION AGREEMENT 8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 5, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: August 29, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission

September 5, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - ERIC ALSTROM EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT 8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 5, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: August 30, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission

August 30, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - 8-K TO ANNOUNCE RESIGNATION OF SVEN RUDER AND APPOINTMENT OF ERIC ALSTROM AS PRESIDENT, CEO & DIRECTOR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 30, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: August 27, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission Fi

August 30, 2012 EX-99.1

SAUER-DANFOSS INC. APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO

1 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO • Eric Alström Appointed President, Chief Executive Officer and Director effective October 5, 2012 • Sven Ruder Announces Resignation AMES, Iowa, USA, August 30, 2012 – Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced that Eric Alström has been appointed to the position of President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, effective October 5, 2012.

August 2, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - SHS 2012 Q2 10-Q

10-Q 1 shs-2012xq2x10q.htm SHS 2012 Q2 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition

August 1, 2012 EX-99.1

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended (Dollars and shares in thousands except per share data) June 30, 2012 June 30, 2011 June 30, 2012 June 30, 2011 Net sales 518,787 563,317 1,092,780 1,128,059 Cost of sales 346,766 372,734 730,529 748,217 Gross prof

Exhibit 99.1 AUGUST 1, 2012 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2012 RESULTS • Revenues Down due to Slowing Markets; Earnings Lower • Continued High Operating Margins • Strong Cash Flow • Outlook Lowered for 2012 AMES, Iowa, USA, August 1, 2012 - Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. Second Quarter Review Net sales fo

August 1, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 2Q 2012 RESULTS 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 1, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: August 1, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission File

June 27, 2012 11-K

- SHS 11-K 2011

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One): x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-14097 A.

June 22, 2012 S-8 POS

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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 22, 2012 Registration No.

June 7, 2012 10-Q/A

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q/A AMENDMENT NO. 1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q/A (Amendment No.

June 6, 2012 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: June 6, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: June 6, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission File Num

May 3, 2012 10-Q

Quarterly Report - SHS 2012 Q1 10Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 1-14097 SAUER-DANFOSS INC.

May 2, 2012 EX-99

Three Months Ended (Dollars and shares in thousands except per share data) March 31, 2012 March 31, 2011 Net sales 573,993 564,742 Cost of sales 383,763 375,483 Gross profit 190,230 189,259 Research and development 16,296 14,095 Selling, general and

Exhibit 99.1 MAY 2, 2012 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2012 RESULTS • Sales and Earnings Meet Expectations • Strong Cash Flow • Outlook Reaffirmed for 2012 AMES, Iowa, USA, May 2, 2012 - Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012. First Quarter Review Net sales for the quarter increased 2 percent to $574.0 million, com

May 2, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: May 2, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: May 2, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission File Numbe

April 27, 2012 EX-99

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS TO BE HELD JUNE 6, 2012

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS TO BE HELD JUNE 6, 2012 Dear 40l(k) Plan Participant: This letter and the enclosed proxy materials are being sent to you in connection with the 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders of Sauer-Danfoss Inc.

April 27, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ý Defin

April 23, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - 2012 WOLFGANG SCHRAMM RESIGNATION

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 23, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: April 18, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commission File

March 1, 2012 10-K

Annual Report - SHS 2011 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2011 COMMISSION FILE NUMBER: 1-14097 SAUER-DANFOSS INC.

March 1, 2012 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT MARCH 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Jurisdiction of Formation Business Purpose Sauer-Danfoss (US) Company Delaware Manufacturing & Sales Hydro-Gear, Inc. Delaware Holding Company Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership Illinois Manufa

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT MARCH 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Jurisdiction of Formation Business Purpose Sauer-Danfoss (US) Company Delaware Manufacturing & Sales Hydro-Gear, Inc. Delaware Holding Company Hydro-Gear Limited Partnership Illinois Manufacturing & Sales TSD Integrated Controls LLC Delaware In Liquidation Sauer-Danfoss-Daikin Pty Ltd. Australia Sales Sauer-Danfoss BVBA Belgiu

February 29, 2012 EX-99.1

Three Months Ended Year Ended (Dollars and shares in thousands except per share data) December 31, 2011 December 31, 2010 December 31, 2011 December 31, 2010 Net sales 446,131 428,938 2,057,487 1,640,583 Cost of sales 323,631 294,377 1,400,330 1,142,

Exhibit 99.1 FEBRUARY 29, 2012 SAUER-DANFOSS INC. REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2011 RESULTS • Sales and Earnings Meet Forecast • Sales Growth Slows to 4% • Record Cash Flow for Full Year • Cautious Outlook for 2012 AMES, Iowa, USA, February 29, 2012 - Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (NYSE: SHS) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011. Fourth Quarter Review Net sales for t

February 29, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - SHS Q4 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: February 29, 2012 Date of Earliest Event Reported: February 29, 2012 Sauer-Danfoss Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-14097 (Commissio

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