Front steering knuckle carriers may crack
Defect Summary
Van hool n.v. (van hool) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 c2045 and t2145; 2010 c3045; 2016 cx35; 2014-2016 cx45 and tx45; 2009-2016 td925; 2015-2016 tdx25 and tx40 and 2010-2013 t2140 motorcoaches. in the affected vehicles, the front steering knuckle carriers may crack.
Safety Consequence
Cracking of a steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Van hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering knuckle carriers that were produced from august 2009 through march 2011. carriers that were produced from april 2011 to december 2014 will be inspected by ultrasonic measurement and replaced as necessary. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2017. owners may contact abc bus, inc. At 1-877-427-7278. van hool's number for this recall is p855. Note: this recall expands recalls 14v-569 and 15v-331.
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FAQ: Recall 16V857000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V857000?
NHTSA recall 16V857000 was issued by Van Hool N.v. on November 29, 2016. It addresses: Front steering knuckle carriers may crack. The recall affects approximately 1,612 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 16V857000 or the manufacturer campaign number P855. 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.