Recall 14V276000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Defect in 2004-2013 VAN HOOL C2045
RECALL This recall affects up to 18 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V276000 |
| Manufacturer | Van Hool N.V. |
| Vehicles Affected | 18 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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
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