RECALLS — VAN HOOL C2045
VAN Hool C2045 recalls
VAN Hool C2045 model years 2010–2013 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
05- Structure#2026248
23 units affected
Issue: On certain buses, the lower window on the enter door may have the wrong glazing. Canadian regulations require certain glazing to be used on the entry door. Safety Risk: Incorrect glazing could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: ABC Bus Inc. will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to install a non-transparent vinyl cover over the window, as necessary. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at an authorized ABC Bus Inc. service location.
- Steering#2017064
35 units affected
On certain buses, the grease used in the first generation Pailton bevel gear box is not suited for low temperatures (-20 degree Celsius). Additionally, water could penetrate the bevel box through the seal, contaminating the grease and causing corrosion in the bearings. A combination of corrosion, contaminated grease and low temperatures would increase steering effort and, over time, could result in the sudden loss of operational steering which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the first generation Pailton bevel box with a ZF bevel box.
- Steering#2016598
33 units affected
On certain buses, the material used to make the front steering knuckle carriers may not meet specifications. Under certain circumstances, the steering knuckle carriers could crack, potentially causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle. This would increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction : Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle carriers as necessary.
- Electrical#2012344
1 units affected
On certain buses, the alternator was installed without external ground cables. This could cause alternator components to overheat and melt, possibly resulting in smoke and potentially leading to a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will install ground cables.
- Fuel System#2012199
1 units affected
On certain buses equipped with a Detroit Diesel DD13 engine, the support system for the high pressure fuel line (between the fuel pump and the fuel delivery rail) may be damaged during a service repair procedure. Incorrect torque applied to the dampener "P" clip fasteners may damage the fasteners, which could allow the clips to loosen. This could result in a cracked fuel line and a diesel fuel leak. Diesel fuel leakage may ignite on a hot engine surface and cause a fire. As well, diesel fuel spilt on the roadway could endanger other road users by making the roadway unexpectedly slippery. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel line and install a more robust fuel line support system.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada