Van Hool N.v. | NHTSA Recall #15V743000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V743000 by Van Hool N.v.. Affecting model year 2015-2016 td925 vehicles manufactured may 13, 2015, to october 22, 2015, and 2015-2016 tdx25 vehicles manufactured december 23, 2014, to october 22, 2015 Includes 48 affected units, Air Brake Release Timing/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 td925 vehicles manufactured may 13, 2015, to october 22, 2015, and 2015-2016 tdx25 vehicles manufactured december 23, 2014, to october 22, 2015

Defect Summary

Van hool is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 td925 vehicles manufactured may 13, 2015, to october 22, 2015, and 2015-2016 tdx25 vehicles manufactured december 23, 2014, to october 22, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the air brakes may take an excessive amount of time to release. as such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Van hool's designated agent, abc bus, inc. (abc bus), will notify van hool motorcoach owners, and abc bus dealers will correct the air brake connections, free of charge. the recall began on july 28, 2016. owners may contact abc bus at 1-877-427-7278. van hool's number for this recall is p786.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V743000
Manufacturer: Van Hool N.v.
Report Received Date: 2015-11-10T00:00:00
Subject: Air brake release timing/fmvss 121
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 48

Details

MFR Campaign Number: P786 - SB1326
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Van hool is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 td925 vehicles manufactured may 13, 2015, to october 22, 2015, and 2015-2016 tdx25 vehicles manufactured december 23, 2014, to october 22, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the air brakes may take an excessive amount of time to release. as such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence Summary: A delay in releasing the brake could cause the brakes to drag and cause premature wear of the brake linings. under certain conditions, excessive brake drag could contribute to heat build-up within the foundation brake assembly resulting in degradation of braking power. heat buildup in the foundation of the brake assembly can result in a fire. degradation of braking power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Van hool's designated agent, abc bus, inc. (abc bus), will notify van hool motorcoach owners, and abc bus dealers will correct the air brake connections, free of charge. the recall began on july 28, 2016. owners may contact abc bus at 1-877-427-7278. van hool's number for this recall is p786.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 47.92

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NHTSA ID: 15V743000
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