Prestolite alternators/missing ground cables
Defect Summary
Van hool is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 c2045, and model year 2011 t2140 and t2145 motorcoaches manufactured from september 2010 through september 2011, equipped with a daimler dd13 engine without ground cables installed on the prestolite ac172 alternators. internal corrosion may cause the alternator components to overheat.
Safety Consequence
If the alternator overheats, the components may melt, possibly resulting in smoke and creating the potential risk of a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Van hool through their us agent, abc bus, inc., will notify owners, and dealers will add external ground cables to the alternators, free of charge. the safety recall began on december 5, 2012. owners may contact the warranty administrator for abc bus, inc. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
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FAQ: Recall 12V495000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V495000?
NHTSA recall 12V495000 was issued by Van Hool N.v. on October 12, 2012. It addresses: Prestolite alternators/missing ground cables. The recall affects approximately 138 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Van Hool N.v. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V495000 or the manufacturer campaign number P701. 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.