Van Hool · United States · Crit
Van Hool C2045, T2145 +1 more: Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator
Affects Van Hool C2045, T2145, T2140 · 2011–2012 — about 138 vehicles.
The hazard
If the alternator overheats, the components may melt, possibly resulting in smoke and creating the potential risk of a vehicle fire.
What to do
Van Hool through their US agent, ABC Bus, Inc., will notify owners, and dealers will add external ground cables to the alternators, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 5, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for ABC Bus, Inc. toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational