Electrical systemRecall 14V-276 · 2004–2013 Van Hool C2045
Van Hool N.V. recall 14V-276 covers 18 2004–2013 Van Hool C2045 for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on May 23, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q4) shows 28% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V276000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2004, 2006, and 2013 C2045 Coaches, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Van Hool's designated agent, ABC Bus, Inc., will notify Van Hool owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2014. Van Hool's number for this recall is P725
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
28%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 1, 2003 to December 31, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.
The investigation behind this recall
- Battery Equalizers/Converters May IgniteNHTSA