NHTSA Recall 05V210000: Latches/locks/linkages
VAN HOOL, N.V. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 150 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 Van Hool C2045.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V210000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WG 902.036 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | May 9, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain motor coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." a mismatching of the emergency window latching components. The emergency window latching system may have been manufactured with a catch that is inappropriate for the latching system.
Safety risk
The mismatch could make the window open prematurely or inadvertently in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the mismatched emergency window latching components free of charge. The recall began on june 7, 2005. Owners may contact van hool at 877-427-7278.
Notes
Van hool recall no. Wg 902.036.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V210000
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.