Defect Description For Recall
Certain Motor Coaches Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, “Bus Emergency Exits And Window Retention And Release.” A Mismatching Of The Emergency Window Latching Components. The Emergency Window Latching System May Have Been Manufactured With A Catch That Is Inappropriate For The Latching System.
Make Of Vehicle
VAN HOOL
Model Of Vehicle
C2045
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
05V210000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Effect Of Defect
The Mismatch Could Make The Window Open Prematurely Or Inadvertently In The Event Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Mismatched Emergency Window Latching Components Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 7, 2005. Owners May Contact Van Hool At 877-427-7278.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Van Hool, N.V.
Start Of Manufacture
19990901
End Of Manufacture
20000930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
150
Date Owners Notified
20050607
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Van Hool, N.V. (*)
Date Report Received
20050509
Make Campaign Number
WG 902.036
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
217