The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V995000·Announced 2021-12-20

Van Hool Recalls 2020-2021 Buses Due to Fuel Leak Fire Risk

Van Hool is recalling 139 CX45, TX45, and TDX25 buses because fuel tubes may crack, causing high-pressure leaks that could lead to fire.

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 (fuel system) that poses a significant fire risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Van Hool N.V. is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX45, 2020-2021 TX45, and 2021 TDX25 vehicles. The recall involves 139 units where the fuel tubes connecting the fuel rail to the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack. This defect can result in a high-pressure fuel leak.

A high-pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. No specific injuries or fatalities were reported in the source text.

Cummins dealers will replace the fuel tubes and install vibration isolators free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022, following interim notifications sent on January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VAN HOOL CX45, TX45, TDX25
Brand
VAN HOOL
Manufacturer
Van Hool N.V.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
139

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 (3)

  • CX45
  • TX45
  • TDX25

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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