Van Hool A300L (2009) – 09V397000

Defect Description For Recall

Van Hool Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2009 Transit Buses, Models A300L And Ag300, Equipped With Luminator Horizon Led Side Destination Signs. The Connector Board Can Corrode Due To An Accumulation Of Moisture Under The Connector.

Make Of Vehicle

VAN HOOL

Model Of Vehicle

A300L

Year

2009

Recall Campaign Number

09V397000

Component Description

Interior Lighting

Effect Of Defect

A Short Could Occur, Possibly Causing Smoke And Fire.

Fix Defect

Van Hool Will Notify Owners And Repair The Buses Free Of Charge. Please See Luminator’S Defect Report 09E-054. The Safety Recall Began On December 18, 2009. Owners May Contact Van Hool At 1-407-656-7977.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Van Hool N.V.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

16

Date Owners Notified

20091218

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Van Hool N.V.

Date Report Received

20091009

Make Campaign Number

WG900.076

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard