Driver seat belt anchorage assembly/fmvss 210
Defect Summary
Van hool n.v. (van hool) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 tx40 motorcoaches manufactured january 2014 through june 2014, and tx45 motorcoaches manufactured september 2013 through june 2014. the driver seat belt assembly may not be properly secured to the b-pillar anchorage and as a result the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash. as such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt is not properly secured to the anchorage, the driver is at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Van hool designated agent abc bus companies will notify van hool motorcoach owners, and dealers will correct the seat belt anchorage mounting, free of charge. the recall began on september 9, 2014. Owners may contact abc bus companies customer service at 1-800-222-2875. van hool's number for this recall is p726.
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FAQ: Recall 14V304000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V304000?
NHTSA recall 14V304000 was issued by Van Hool N.v. on June 4, 2014. It addresses: Driver seat belt anchorage assembly/fmvss 210. The recall affects approximately 90 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Van Hool N.v. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V304000 or the manufacturer campaign number P726. 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.