Van Hool C2045, T2145 +4 more: Seats

Affects Van Hool C2045, T2145, TD925, TX45, TDX25, A300L · 2011–2016 — about 205 vehicles.

The hazard

If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

What to do

Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers for the manufacturer of the seat will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Van Hool's recall number for this campaign is P814-SB1354.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational