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Recalls 1
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- Van hool is recalling 149 my 2004-2007 c2045, t2140, and t2145 motor coaches equipped with doga windshield wiper systems. Linkages were poorly finished. This could lead to a misalignment of the windshield wiper system, blocking the motor.
- Risk
- Failure of the wiper linkages will lead to wiper system breakdown. The operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Van hool is working with doga and doga will replace the wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on july 23, 2008. Owners may contact van hool (abc companies) at 1‑407‑656‑7977.
Recall number 08V237000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Windshield wiper replacement program
A january 2008 service bulletin suggests that certain model buses should upgrade to a high torque wiper motor.the tsb also alluded to wiper motor failures. Therefore, odi opened this investigation to determine the failure mode, frequency and safety significance since the wiper system is considered to be a critical item of safety equipment and is required by a federal standard. Van hool re-evaluated the issue and decided to conduct a safety recall. Van hool determined that there was an issue, but it was an issue with improperly finished linkage components that were causing the wiper motor to fail. All wiper motor linkages on the affected buses will be replaced under the recall. The recall action resolves the issues raised by this investigation. Accordingly, this investigation is closed.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Van Hool T2140 22
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...
- This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so...
- This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so...
- Service Information: In its production process, Bock, manufacturer of refrigerant compressors, has...
- Product Improvement: ALL VEHICLES WITH LIGHT-ALLOY WHEELS
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Is the 2004 Van Hool T2140 reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2004 Van Hool T2140 have?
1 recall, covering visibility.
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