Van Hool N.v. | NHTSA Recall #14V276000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V276000 by Van Hool N.v.. Affecting model year 2004, 2006, and 2013 c2045 coaches, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 18 affected units, Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2004, 2006, and 2013 c2045 coaches, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V276000
Manufacturer: Van Hool N.v.
Report Received Date: 2014-05-23T00:00:00
Subject: Battery equalizers-possible fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 18

Details

MFR Campaign Number: P725
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 27.78

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NHTSA ID: 14V276000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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