Recall 15V-331: 2014 Van Hool C2045, 2014–2015 Van Hool CX45 and 4 more

Van Hool N.V. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 1, 2015, covering about 555 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-331
Report date
Jun 1, 2015
Vehicles affected
555
Owners notified
Jul 6, 2015

The problem

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2014 C2045, 2014-2015 CX45, TD925, TX40, TX45, and 2015 TDX25 coaches. The affected vehicles have front steering knuckle carrier that may break.

The risk

If the front steering knuckle carrier breaks, the coach wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

ABC Bus will notify owners on behalf of Van Hool, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact ABC Bus at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P750.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVan Hool N.V.
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V331000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Van Hool C20452014All years
Van Hool CX452014, 2015All years
Van Hool TD9252014, 2015All years
Van Hool TDX252015All years
Van Hool TX402014, 2015All years
Van Hool TX452014, 2015All 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 15V-331?

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2014 C2045, 2014-2015 CX45, TD925, TX40, TX45, and 2015 TDX25 coaches. The affected vehicles have front steering knuckle carrier that may break.

How is recall 15V-331 fixed?

ABC Bus will notify owners on behalf of Van Hool, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact ABC Bus at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P750.

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.