2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, Van Hool T2140 and others recall: fuel system, diesel

Van Hool N.v. reported this safety recall on June 21, 2012. It covers about 203 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 203
reported: Jun 21, 2012
owners notified: Jun 15, 2012

Fuel system, diesel

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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: 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.

Recall number 12V286000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V286000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, Van Hool T2140 and others fuel system, diesel?

Yes. Recall 12V286000, reported on June 21, 2012, covers about 203 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V286000?

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.

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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