- The problem
- Van hool is recalling 149 my 2004-2007 c2045, t2140, and t2145 motor coaches equipped with doga windshield wiper systems. Linkages were poorly finished. This could lead to a misalignment of the windshield wiper system, blocking the motor.
- The risk
- Failure of the wiper linkages will lead to wiper system breakdown. The operator will have reduced visibility which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Van hool is working with doga and doga will replace the wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on july 23, 2008. Owners may contact van hool (abc companies) at 1-407-656-7977.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Van Hool T2140 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 Van Hool T2140 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2008 for the linkages.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical T2140 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 Van Hool T2140 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2004 Van Hool T2140 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Van Hool T2140: every year compared
All T2140 yearsQuestions about the 2004 Van Hool T2140
Does the 2004 Van Hool T2140 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Van Hool T2140: linkages (May 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 Van Hool T2140 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 Van Hool T2140 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Van Hool T2140 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Van Hool T2140 years have the most complaints?
2007 (3), 2006 (1). See every Van Hool T2140 year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Van Hool T2140 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data