Van Hool Tx40 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 30, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Van Hool N.V. recalls 2015–2018 Van Hool — 6 models

Recall number

18V209000

Brand / firm

Van Hool

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,528 units

Why it was recalled

The exposed seat belt buckles may reduce the seat occupants likelihood of using the seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CX45, TD925, TDX25, TX40, TX45, and 2016-2018 CX35 motorcoaches. The passenger seat belt buckles outer casing may fail leaving the seat belt buckles exposed.

What to do

Van Hool will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective seatbelt buckles on the aisle side with flexible seatbelt buckles. The recall began on May 16, 2018. Owners may contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.