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NHTSA Recall 18V882000: Equipment

Van Hool N.V. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 244 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Van Hool TD925.

244
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2019
owners notified (March 6)
NHTSA campaign18V882000
Manufacturer campaignP1039 / SB1578
ComponentEQUIPMENT
Report receivedDecember 12, 2018
Owner notificationMarch 6, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 and TDX25 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.

Safety risk

If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Van Hool will notify owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 or 1-407-656-7977. Van Hool's numbers for this recall is P1039/SB1578.

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 18V882000

Make and modelModel years
Van Hool TD9252015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Van Hool TDX252015, 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.