1998-2000 Van Hool C2000, Van Hool T2100 and others recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Van Hool, N.v. reported this safety recall on May 25, 2001. It covers about 1,838 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,838
reported: May 25, 2001
owners notified: Dec 7, 2001

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong: Vehicle description: transit buses. These buses were built with a 1200mm or 800mm brake hose. Depending on how this hose was mounted, there is a possibility of excessive stress on this hose causing cracking close to the brake chamber as well as at the mounting clamps.
Risk: The crack could be severe enough to cause air pressure leakage to the front brakes during brake application, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses. Owner notification mailing begam december 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact abc coach/van hool at 1‑800‑222‑2871.

Recall number 01V175000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V175000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2000 Van Hool C2000, Van Hool T2100 and others hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 01V175000, reported on May 25, 2001, covers about 1,838 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V175000?

Dealers will replace the front brake hoses. Owner notification mailing begam december 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact abc coach/van hool at 1‑800‑222‑2871.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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