VAN HOOL T2140 2012: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V064000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VAN HOOL | T2140 | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-02-21 | 2017-01-31 | 2017-02-02 |
Production Dates: 2010-06-24 - 2013-03-01
Manufacturers Involved: Van Hool N.V.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: P826
Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1396
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Van Hool N.V. "Van Hool" is recalling certain 2010-2014 C2045 and T2145 motorcoaches, 2014-2015 TX40 motorcoaches, 2014-2017 TX45 motorcoaches, 2011-2015 TD925 motorcoaches, 2014-2016 CX45 motorcoaches and 2010-2013 T2140 motorcoaches. When the vehicle is started in low temperatures, the steering wheel may be difficult to turn.
Reduced steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering box, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2017. Owners may contact ABC Bus, Inc. at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P826.
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.
