NHTSA Recall 18V209000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Van Hool N.V. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,528 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Van Hool CX35.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V209000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 30, 2018 |
| Owner notification | May 16, 2018 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CX45, TD925, TDX25, TX40, TX45, and 2016-2018 CX35 motorcoaches. The passenger seat belt buckles outer casing may fail leaving the seat belt buckles exposed.
Safety risk
The exposed seat belt buckles may reduce the seat occupants likelihood of using the seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Van Hool will notify owners and dealers will replace the defective seatbelt buckles on the aisle side with flexible seatbelt buckles. The recall began on May 16, 2018. Owners may contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V209000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Van Hool CX35 | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Van Hool CX45 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Van Hool TD925 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Van Hool TDX25 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Van Hool TX40 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Van Hool TX45 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.