Van Hool C2045 (2005) – 08V237000

Defect Description For Recall

Van Hool Is Recalling 149 My 2004-2007 C2045, T2140, And T2145 Motor Coaches Equipped With Doga Windshield Wiper Systems. Linkages Were Poorly Finished. This Could Lead To A Misalignment Of The Windshield Wiper System, Blocking The Motor.

Make Of Vehicle

VAN HOOL

Model Of Vehicle

C2045

Year

2005

Recall Campaign Number

08V237000

Component Description

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Effect Of Defect

Failure Of The Wiper Linkages Will Lead To Wiper System Breakdown. The Operator Will Have Reduced Visibility Which Could Result In A Crash.

Fix Defect

Van Hool Is Working With Doga And Doga Will Replace The Wiper Motor Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 23, 2008. Owners May Contact Van Hool (ABC Companies) At 1-407-656-7977.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Van Hool N.V.

Start Of Manufacture

20040101

End Of Manufacture

20070731

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

149

Date Owners Notified

20080723

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Van Hool N.V.

Date Report Received

20080528

Make Campaign Number

1213

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard