NHTSA Recall 04V422000: Support device/strut (structure)
VAN HOOL, N.V. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 408 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 Van Hool C2045.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V422000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT |
| Report received | August 30, 2004 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain motor coaches with cummins and detroit engines, the top of the main junction box is open and while using the luggage door the gas strut may drop into the main junction box.
Safety risk
If this occurs, it may break some fuses or relays, causing electrical shorts.
Remedy
Dealers will install a top cover panel to the junction box to eliminate anything from dropping into the junction box. Also the strut will be replaced. The recall began on january 18, 2005. Owners should contact van hool at 1-800-222-2871.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V422000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.