Recall 05V210000: VAN HOOL, N.V.

Report received

May 9, 2005

Manufacturer

VAN HOOL, N.V.

Potentially affected

150vehicles

Model years

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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

Certain motor coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." a mismatching of the emergency window latching components. The emergency window latching system may have been manufactured with a catch that is inappropriate for the latching system.

Possible consequence

The mismatch could make the window open prematurely or inadvertently in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the mismatched emergency window latching components free of charge. The recall began on june 7, 2005. Owners may contact van hool at 877-427-7278.