Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V126000 Reported March 20, 2008

B+ alternator cable

Van Hool N.v. · N/A · 447 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V126000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
447
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 20, 2008

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

The positive battery cable detaching from the rear of the alternator can cause cable grounding. this may result in a fire.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Van Hool N.v. dealer and reference recall ID 08V126000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V126000

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

What is recall 08V126000?

NHTSA recall 08V126000 was issued by Van Hool N.v. on March 20, 2008. It addresses: B+ alternator cable. The recall affects approximately 447 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Van Hool N.v. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V126000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.