Recall 12V286000: 2011–2012 Van Hool T2145 and 1 other model

Report received

Jun 21, 2012

Manufacturer

VAN HOOL N.V.

Potentially affected

203vehicles

Model years

2011–2012

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

Van hool is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 c2045, t2140, and t2145 vehicles, equipped with a detroit diesel dd13 engine. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.

Possible consequence

A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Remedy

Van hool is working with daimler trucks north america to repair these motorcoaches (please see 12e009000). Where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-445-1980 or abc bus, inc. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

Affected model years

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

• 2011 Van Hool T21400 complaints
• 2012 Van Hool T21400 complaints
• 2011 Van Hool T21450 complaints
• 2012 Van Hool T21450 complaints