NHTSA Recall 08V581000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
VAN HOOL N.V. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 76 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Van Hool C2045.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V581000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | November 5, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 7, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Van hool is recalling 76 my 2008-2009 c2045 and t2145 motor coaches equipped with caterpillar c13 diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
Safety risk
This may result in a fire hazard.
Remedy
Van hool is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e054). Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or van hool at 1-407-656-7977.
Notes
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 08V581000
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.