The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V257000·Announced 2012-06-07

Van Hool Recalls Motorcoaches Due to Electronic Stability Control Defect

Van Hool is recalling certain 2010-2012 motorcoaches because the electronic stability control system may apply brakes incorrectly, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the Electronic Stability Control system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Van Hool N.V. is recalling specific model year 2010-2012 C2045, 2011-2012 T2140, 2010-2011 T2145, and 2011 TD925 motorcoaches. These vehicles were manufactured between August 2005 and September 2011 and are equipped with Meritor WABCO Electronic Stability Control (ESC) modules.

Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination may adversely affect the ESC system's slip angle calculation. This could cause the system to perceive an over-steering situation and apply the outer front wheel brake until the vehicle is perceived to be stable. This malfunction may cause the vehicle to deviate from its intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Van Hool will notify owners through its dealer, ABC Bus Inc., to replace the control module free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for ABC Bus, Inc. toll-free at 1-877-427-7278 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VAN HOOL C2045, T2145, TD925, T2140
Brand
VAN HOOL
Manufacturer
VAN HOOL N.V.
Affected units
17

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • C2045
  • T2145
  • TD925
  • T2140

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.