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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 07V186📅 Apr 27, 2007

2004–2007 Van Hool C2045 & 2004–2007 Van Hool T2145 recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motor coaches equipped with zf/arens as tronic shift selectors, a cell phone placed in the proximity of the shifter touch pad could cause the display to change from "r" (reverse) to "d" (drive) should the phone receive a call.

💥 The risk

This interference CAN cause improper shifting of the transmission, as forward gear CAN be engaged from neutral only, if the vehicle has been stopped, and if the brake pedal has been depressed. If the malfunction occurs while 'r' (reverse) is being selected, the shifter may possibly change to 'd' (drive), increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Van hool is working with zf/arens to develop a more effective remedy for this campaign. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact van hool at 1-800-222-2871 or zf at 1-734-416-6200.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
07V186000
Manufacturer
VAN HOOL N.V.
Vehicles affected
450
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-800-222-2871
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 10, 2009
Built
Jan 1, 2003 – Dec 31, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 07V186 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 07V186?

2004–2007 Van Hool C2045 & 2004–2007 Van Hool T2145. 450 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Van Hool dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-222-2871.