Recall 07V186000: 2004–2007 Van Hool T2145

Report received

Apr 27, 2007

Manufacturer

VAN HOOL N.V.

Potentially affected

450vehicles

Model years

2004–2007

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 equipped with zf/arens as tronic shift selectors, a cell phone placed in the proximity of the shifter touch pad could cause the display to change from "r" (reverse) to "d" (drive) should the phone receive a call.

Possible consequence

This interference can cause improper shifting of the transmission, as forward gear can be engaged from neutral only, if the vehicle has been stopped, and if the brake pedal has been depressed. If the malfunction occurs while 'r' (reverse) is being selected, the shifter may possibly change to 'd' (drive), increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Van hool is working with zf/arens to develop a more effective remedy for this campaign. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact van hool at 1-800-222-2871 or zf at 1-734-416-6200.

Affected model years

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

• 2004 Van Hool T21450 complaints
• 2005 Van Hool T21450 complaints
• 2006 Van Hool T21450 complaints
• 2007 Van Hool T21450 complaints