Van Hool N.V.: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Van Hool N.V. in 2015. See the details of the recalls below.

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November 10, 2015

(Campaign #: P786 - SB1326)

Air Brake Release Timing/FMVSS 121

Van Hool is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 TD925 vehicles manufactured May 13, 2015, to October 22, 2015, and 2015-2016 TDX25 vehicles manufactured December 23, 2014, to October 22, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the air brakes may take an excessive amount of time to release. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

NHTSA ID: 15V743000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 48

Consequence Summary:

A delay in releasing the brake could cause the brakes to drag and cause premature wear of the brake linings. Under certain conditions, excessive brake drag could contribute to heat build-up within the foundation brake assembly resulting in degradation of braking power. Heat buildup in the foundation of the brake assembly can result in a fire. Degradation of braking power can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Van Hool's designated agent, ABC Bus, Inc. (ABC Bus), will notify Van Hool motorcoach owners, and ABC Bus dealers will correct the air brake connections, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact ABC Bus at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P786.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 47.92

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July 2, 2015

(Campaign #: P764)

Idle Speed Set too Low

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 TD925 vehicles manufactured October 11, 2013, to December 12, 2014, and 2015 TDX925 vehicles manufactured on December 23, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with Cummins engines that may have their idle speed set too low.

NHTSA ID: 15V422000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 50

Consequence Summary:

A prolonged engine idle at the low speed, combined with high electrical demand, may cause the alternator to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Van Hool will notify owners through its agent ABC Bus Inc., and Cummins service technicians will correct the engine idle speed setting. Additionally, the buses need to have their alternators replaced during the next scheduled maintenance. These repairs will be performed, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2015. Van Hool's number for this recall is P764.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 92

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June 1, 2015

(Campaign #: P750)

Steering Knuckle Carrier may Break

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2014 C2045, 2014-2015 CX45, TD925, TX40, TX45, and 2015 TDX25 coaches. The affected vehicles have front steering knuckle carrier that may break.

NHTSA ID: 15V331000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 555

Consequence Summary:

If the front steering knuckle carrier breaks, the coach wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

ABC Bus will notify owners on behalf of Van Hool, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact ABC Bus at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P750.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 92.25

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