Recall 04V424000: 2004 Van Hool T2145

Report received

Aug 30, 2004

Manufacturer

VAN HOOL, N.V.

Potentially affected

107vehicles

Model years

2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain motor coaches, the hose fittings of the power steering pressure feed lines may have been improperly crimped.

Possible consequence

If the hose separates from the fitting, failure of the lines and the loss of pressure will result in an increased steering force necessary for maneuvering the vehicle and a crash may occur.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and determine the condition of the crimp fittings. If improperly crimped, steering line replacement will be required. The recall began on january 21, 2005. Owners should contact van hool at 1-800-222-2871.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 Van Hool T21450 complaints