4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Posted on: 2008-11-05
Description
Van hool is recalling 76 my 2008-2009 c2045 and t2145 motor coaches equipped with caterpillar c13 diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
Consequence
This may result in a fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Van hool is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e054). Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or van hool at 1-407-656-7977.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
Posted on: 2010-12-06
Description
Van hool is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2011 transit buses and motorcoaches manufactured from august 2002 through october 2010, equipped with hadley remote mirror switches, part numbers 509vh and 509vh1f. The rear view mirror switch may overheat, causing the plastic housing to melt.
Consequence
Excessive heating can cause a fire resulting in smoke, operator distraction, or personal injury. An overheated mirror switch could cause the exterior rear view mirrors to not operate. The mirrors may not adjust properly from the interior switch or operate poorly. Therefore, the driver may not be able to have full use of the rear view mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Van hool will notify owners via its dealer abc bus inc. Owners will have the choice to perform the repair themselves or to take the vehicle(s) to an abc-location for repair, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 10, 2011. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for abc bus, inc. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Posted on: 2021-10-14
Description
Van hool n.v. (van hool) is recalling certain 2000-2014 c2045, 2016 cx45, and 1998-2013 t2145 vehicles equipped with ricon baylift wheelchair lifts. When the lift's outer barrier is fully deployed, it may not withstand a sufficient amount of force, which could cause it to fail. As such, these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 403, platform lift systems.
Consequence
In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
Corrective Action
Ricon will reinforce the outer barrier with additional supports, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021. Owners may contact van hool's customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977. Van hool's number for this recall is p1528-sb2067.
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.
DEFECT #4 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Posted on: 2021-10-14
Description
Van hool n.v. (van hool) is recalling certain 2000-2014 c2045, 2016 cx45, and 1998-2013 t2145 vehicles equipped with ricon baylift wheelchair lifts. When the lift's outer barrier is fully deployed, it may not withstand a sufficient amount of force, which could cause it to fail. As such, these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 403, platform lift systems.
Consequence
In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
Corrective Action
Ricon will reinforce the outer barrier with additional supports, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021. Owners may contact van hool's customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977. Van hool's number for this recall is p1528-sb2067.
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.