Recall
Van Hool C2045 — 14V276000
NHTSA ID
14V276000
Make
Van Hool
Model
C2045
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2014-05-23
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Units Affected
18
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
P725
Summary
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.
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