Van Hool C2045 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 11 recalls on file for the Van Hool C2045 (2005–2014).

Complaints
0
Recalls
11
Model years
10
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Van Hool C2045 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Van Hool C2045 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2014 C204500004—
2013 C204500005—
2012 C204500007—
2011 C204500009—
2010 C204500006—
2009 C204500003—
2008 C204500003—
2007 C204500003—
2006 C204500004—
2005 C204500002—

Van Hool C2045 recalls

  • Recall 26V191000Mar 26, 20266,994 vehiclesModel years 2005–2013

    Risk: The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V799000Oct 14, 2021422 vehiclesModel years 2005–2014

    Risk: In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.

  • Recall 17V064000Jan 31, 20171,396 vehiclesModel years 2010–2014

    Risk: Reduced steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V857000Nov 29, 20161,612 vehiclesModel years 2010–2014

    Risk: Cracking of a steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V144000Mar 9, 2016205 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 15V331000Jun 1, 2015555 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the front steering knuckle carrier breaks, the coach wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V276000May 23, 201418 vehiclesModel years 2006–2013

    Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 12V495000Oct 12, 2012138 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: If the alternator overheats, the components may melt, possibly resulting in smoke and creating the potential risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 12V286000Jun 21, 2012203 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

  • Recall 12V257000Jun 7, 201217 vehiclesModel years 2010–2012

    Risk: The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V603000Dec 1, 20101,673 vehiclesModel years 2006–2011

    Risk: Excessive heating can cause a fire resulting in smoke, operator distraction, or personal injury. An overheated mirror switch could cause the exterior rear view mirrors to not operate. The mirrors may not adjust properly from the interior switch or operate poorly. Therefore, the driver may not be able to have full use of the rear view mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology