The problem
Van hool is recalling 447 my 2006-2007 c2045 motor coaches. The b+ alternator cable retention on the c13 engines may fail. The failure would consist of breakage of the b+ ring terminal.
The risk
The positive battery cable detaching from the rear of the alternator can cause cable grounding. This may result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary cables free of charge. The recall began on june 20, 2008. Owners may contact van hool at 407-656-7977.
Contacts
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Van Hool dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V126000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.