NHTSA recall 08V237000
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages
Van Hool C2045 and 2 more
Reported May 28, 2008149 vehicles affectedVAN HOOL N.V.Maker’s number 1213Built Jan 1, 2004 – Jul 31, 2007
The defect
Van hool IS recalling 149 my 2004-2007 c2045, t2140, and t2145 motor coaches equipped with doga windshield wiper systems. linkages were poorly finished. this could lead to a misalignment of the windshield wiper system, blocking the motor.
The risk
Failure of the wiper linkages will lead to wiper system breakdown. the operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Van hool IS working with doga and doga will replace the wiper motor free of charge. the recall began on july 23, 2008. owners may contact van hool (abc companies) at 1-407-656-7977.