Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VAN HOOL
Model Of Vehicle
C2045
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
14V276000
Component Description
Electrical System
Effect Of Defect
Once Electrically ConduCTIve, The Material Is Capable Of Melting And Burning, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
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
Vehicle Manufacturer
Van Hool N.V.
Start Of Manufacture
20031201
End Of Manufacture
20121231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
20140826
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Van Hool N.V.
Date Report Received
20140523
Make Campaign Number
P725