Recall 18V-209: 2016–2018 Van Hool CX35, 2015–2018 Van Hool CX45 and 4 more
Van Hool N.V. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Mar 30, 2018, covering about 1,528 vehicles.
The problem
Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CX45, TD925, TDX25, TX40, TX45, and 2016-2018 CX35 motorcoaches. The passenger seat belt buckles outer casing may fail leaving the seat belt buckles exposed.
The risk
The exposed seat belt buckles may reduce the seat occupants likelihood of using the seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Van Hool will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective seatbelt buckles on the aisle side with flexible seatbelt buckles. The recall began on May 16, 2018. Owners may contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977.
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
| Manufacturer | Van Hool N.V. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V209000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Van Hool CX35 | 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Van Hool CX45 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Van Hool TD925 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Van Hool TDX25 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Van Hool TX40 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Van Hool TX45 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | 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 18V-209?
Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CX45, TD925, TDX25, TX40, TX45, and 2016-2018 CX35 motorcoaches. The passenger seat belt buckles outer casing may fail leaving the seat belt buckles exposed.
How is recall 18V-209 fixed?
Van Hool will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective seatbelt buckles on the aisle side with flexible seatbelt buckles. The recall began on May 16, 2018. Owners may contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977.
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.