NHTSA recall 14V569000
Steering
Van Hool TD925
Reported Sep 17, 2014158 vehicles affectedVan Hool N.V.Maker’s number P732Built Dec 17, 2010 – Feb 14, 2013
The defect
Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 TD925 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2010, to February 14, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the front steering knuckle carrier may crack.
The risk
Cracking of the steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Van Hool designated agent ABC Bus Companies will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front steering knuckle carriers if they are affected, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2014. Owners may contact ABC Bus Companies customer service at 1-800-222-2875. Van Hool's number for this recall is P732.