2010-2012 Van Hool C2045, Van Hool T2140 and others recall: electronic stability control (esc)

Van Hool N.v. reported this safety recall on June 7, 2012. It covers about 17 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 17
reported: Jun 7, 2012
owners notified: Jul 2, 2012

Electronic stability control (ESC)

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 12V257000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V257000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 Van Hool C2045, Van Hool T2140 and others electronic stability control (esc)?

Yes. Recall 12V257000, reported on June 7, 2012, covers about 17 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V257000?

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.

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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