Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V210000 Reported May 9, 2005

Emergency window latching system

Q: What is recall 05V210000?

NHTSA recall 05V210000 was issued by Redundant Van Hool, N.v. on May 9, 2005. It addresses: Emergency window latching system. The recall affects approximately 150 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Redundant Van Hool, N.v. · N/A · 150 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

05V210000

Manufacturer Campaign

WG 902.036

Manufacturer

Redundant Van Hool, N.v.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

150

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 9, 2005

Defect Summary

Certain motor coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." a mismatching of the emergency window latching components. The emergency window latching system may have been manufactured with a catch that is inappropriate for the latching system.

Safety Consequence

The mismatch could make the window open prematurely or inadvertently in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the mismatched emergency window latching components free of charge. the recall began on june 7, 2005. owners may contact van hool at 877-427-7278.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Redundant Van Hool, N.v. dealer and reference recall ID 05V210000 or campaign WG 902.036.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 05V210000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V210000?

NHTSA recall 05V210000 was issued by Redundant Van Hool, N.v. on May 9, 2005. It addresses: Emergency window latching system. The recall affects approximately 150 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Redundant Van Hool, N.v. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V210000 or the manufacturer campaign number WG 902.036. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.