The worst 2013 Van Hool C2045 problems
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Recalls 5
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 beginning April 30, 2026.
Recall number 26V191000 · Recall details
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair lift/ramp
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 21V799000 · Recall details
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Reduced steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V064000 · Recall details
Steering
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 16V857000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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
Recall number 14V276000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Van Hool C2045 28
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The control arms of the front and trailing axles are equipped with a flexible ball-joint at the chassis side
- Mobile column lifts raise the vehicle under the wheels
- To check emergency side window operation
- Introduction
- Van Hool recently changed-over in production to a “longer” articulation shaft (VH11717611) to fasten the...
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- Product Improvement: ALL VEHICLES WITH LIGHT-ALLOY WHEELS
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Is the 2013 Van Hool C2045 reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2013 Van Hool C2045 have?
5 recalls, covering visibility, equipment adaptive/mobility and steering.
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