Recall 10V-603: 2006, 2008–2009 Van Hool A300K, 2005 Van Hool A300K HYB and 8 more
VAN HOOL N.V. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 1, 2010, covering about 1,673 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VAN HOOL N.V. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Interior |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V603000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Van Hool A300K | 2006, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Van Hool A300K HYB | 2005 | All years |
| Van Hool A300L | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Van Hool A330 | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Van Hool A330FC | 2004, 2007 | All years |
| Van Hool AG300 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009 | All years |
| Van Hool C2045 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Van Hool T2140 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Van Hool T2145 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Van Hool TD925 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V-603?
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.
How is recall 10V-603 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.