2011 Van Hool C2045: recalls and complaints

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• 26V19100026 Mar 2026Visibility / Glass, Side/Rear
• 21V79900014 Oct 2021Equipment Adaptive/Mobility / Wheelchair Lift/Ramp
• 17V06400031 Jan 2017Steering / Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)
• 16V85700029 Nov 2016Steering
• 16V1440009 Mar 2016Seats
• 12V49500012 Oct 2012Electrical System / Alternator/Generator/Regulator
• 12V28600021 Jun 2012Fuel System, Diesel
• 12V2570007 Jun 2012Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• 10V6030001 Dec 2010Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Interior

1. 26V191000Received 26 Mar 2026. 6,994 units.

   Visibility / Glass, Side/Rear

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool T2145, 2013-2022 Van Hool TX45, 2013-2023 Van Hool CX45, and 2016-2022 Van Hool CX35 vehicles. The front entrance door may have the incorrect glaze on the lower curb view window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and install a nontransparent vinyl cover over the window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact ABC Bus customer service at 1-877-427-7278. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

   Report filed by ABC BUS Inc. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Apr 2026.

2. 21V799000Received 14 Oct 2021. 422 units.

   Equipment Adaptive/Mobility / Wheelchair Lift/Ramp

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2000-2014 C2045, 2016 CX45, and 1998-2013 T2145 vehicles equipped with Ricon Baylift Wheelchair Lifts. When the lift's outer barrier is fully deployed, it may not withstand a sufficient amount of force, which could cause it to fail. As such, these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Ricon will reinforce the outer barrier with additional supports, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Van Hool's customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977. Van Hool's number for this recall is P1528-SB2067.

   Report filed by Van Hool N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P1528-SB2067. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Nov 2021.

3. 17V064000Received 31 Jan 2017. 1,396 units.

   Steering / Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2010-2014 C2045 and T2145 motorcoaches, 2014-2015 TX40 motorcoaches, 2014-2017 TX45 motorcoaches, 2011-2015 TD925 motorcoaches, 2014-2016 CX45 motorcoaches and 2010-2013 T2140 motorcoaches. When the vehicle is started in low temperatures, the steering wheel may be difficult to turn.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Reduced steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering box, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2017. Owners may contact ABC Bus, Inc. at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P826.

   Report filed by Van Hool N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P826. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Feb 2017.

4. 16V857000Received 29 Nov 2016. 1,612 units.

   Steering

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 C2045 and T2145; 2010 C3045; 2016 CX35; 2014-2016 CX45 and TX45; 2009-2016 TD925; 2015-2016 TDX25 and TX40 and 2010-2013 T2140 motorcoaches. In the affected vehicles, the front steering knuckle carriers may crack.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Cracking of a steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering knuckle carriers that were produced from August 2009 through March 2011. Carriers that were produced from April 2011 to December 2014 will be inspected by ultrasonic measurement and replaced as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2017. Owners may contact ABC Bus, Inc. at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P855. Note: This recall expands recalls 14V-569 and 15V-331.

   Report filed by Van Hool N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P855. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Jan 2017.

5. 16V144000Received 9 Mar 2016. 205 units.

   Seats

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2012 A300L, 2011 C2045, 2011-2013 T2145, 2012-2015 TD925, 2016 TDX25, and 2014-2015 TX45 motor coaches equipped with certain Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers for the manufacturer of the seat will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Van Hool's recall number for this campaign is P814-SB1354.

   Report filed by Van Hool N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P814-SB1354. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 May 2016.

6. 12V495000Received 12 Oct 2012. 138 units.

   Electrical System / Alternator/Generator/Regulator

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 C2045, and model year 2011 T2140 and T2145 motorcoaches manufactured from September 2010 through September 2011, equipped with a Daimler DD13 engine without ground cables installed on the Prestolite AC172 alternators. Internal corrosion may cause the alternator components to overheat.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the alternator overheats, the components may melt, possibly resulting in smoke and creating the potential risk of a vehicle fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van Hool through their US agent, ABC Bus, Inc., will notify owners, and dealers will add external ground cables to the alternators, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 5, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for ABC Bus, Inc. toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

   Report filed by VAN HOOL N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P701. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Dec 2012.

7. 12V286000Received 21 Jun 2012. 203 units.

   Fuel System, Diesel

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 c2045, t2140, and t2145 vehicles, equipped with a detroit diesel dd13 engine. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool is working with daimler trucks north america to repair these motorcoaches (please see 12e009000). Where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-445-1980 or abc bus, INC. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

   Report filed by VAN HOOL N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P697.

8. 12V257000Received 7 Jun 2012. 17 units.

   Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 c2045, 2011-2012 t2140, 2010-2011 t2145 and 2011 td925 motorcoaches, equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (ESC) modules, manufactured from august 2005, through september 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool will notify owners via its dealer abc bus INC. And replace the control module free of charge. The recall began on july 2, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for abc bus, INC. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

   Report filed by VAN HOOL N.V.. Manufacturer campaign number P689. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Jul 2012.

9. 10V603000Received 1 Dec 2010. 1,673 units.

   Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Interior

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2011 transit buses and motorcoaches manufactured from august 2002 through october 2010, equipped with hadley remote mirror switches, part numbers 509vh and 509vh1f. The rear view mirror switch may overheat, causing the plastic housing to melt.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Excessive heating can cause a fire resulting in smoke, operator distraction, or personal injury. An overheated mirror switch could cause the exterior rear view mirrors to not operate. The mirrors may not adjust properly from the interior switch or operate poorly. Therefore, the driver may not be able to have full use of the rear view mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Van hool will notify owners via its dealer abc bus INC. Owners will have the choice to perform the repair themselves or to take the vehicle(s) to an abc-location for repair, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 10, 2011. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for abc bus, INC. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

   Report filed by VAN HOOL N.V.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Jan 2011.

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The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

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1. 19993
2. 20007
3. 20017
4. 20024
5. 20032
6. 20047
7. 20056
8. 20068
9. 20076
10. 20084
11. 20094
12. 20106
13. 20119
14. 20127
15. 20135
16. 20144

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2011 Van Hool C2045?

12,660 units in 9 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Van Hool C2045 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 21 recall campaigns for the Van Hool C2045, model years 1999 to 2014. 9 of them name the 2011 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2011 Van Hool C2045 open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.