Recall 26V191000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 26V191000. Component: VISIBILITY. 6,994 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool T2145, 2013-2022 Van Hool TX45, 2013-2023 Van Hool CX45, and 2016-2022 Van Hool CX35 vehicles. The front entrance door may have the incorrect glaze on the lower curb view window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install a nontransparent vinyl cover over the window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact ABC Bus customer service at 1-877-427-7278. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other ABC BUS INC Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent ABC BUS INC Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V332000 | May 13, 2024 | EQUIPMENT | VAN HOOL | 329 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching VAN HOOL from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V861000 | Dec 19, 2023 | VAN HOOL N.V. | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 64 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.