NHTSA Campaign Id 14V569000; Date: Sep. 17, 2014
Cracking of the steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2011 Van Hool TD925; 2012 Van Hool TD925; 2013 Van Hool TD925
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Van Hool N. V.
Affected Units:: 158
Recall Summary:Van hool n. V. (van hool) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 td925 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2010, to February 14, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the front steering knuckle carrier may crack.
How to Fix:Van hool designated agent abc bus companies will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front steering knuckle carriers if they are affected, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2014. Owners may contact abc bus companies customer service at 1-800-222-2875. Van hool's number for this recall is p732.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 3, 2014
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