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NHTSA·Commercial vehicles·March 26, 2026

Van Hool recalls 1999–2023 CX45, C2045, TX45, CX35 and T2145 buses over wrong window glass in front door

The lower curb view window in the front entrance door may have the wrong type of glass, which can reduce the driver's view and raise the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect the window and, if needed, cover it with nontransparent vinyl for free. Owners can call ABC Bus customer service at 1-877-427-7278, and VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov from April 30, 2026.

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Recall details

Product
Van Hool Cx45, C2045, Tx45 and 2 more 1999–2023
Company
Van Hool N.V.
Hazard
The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Units
6,994 vehicles
Owner notification
April 20, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
March 26, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V191000
  • Model years: 1999–2023

The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.

Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect
ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool T2145, 2013-2022 Van Hool TX45, 2013-2023 Van Hool CX45, and 2016-2022 Van Hool CX35 vehicles. The front entrance door may have the incorrect glaze on the lower curb view window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Consequence
The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will inspect and install a nontransparent vinyl cover over the window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact ABC Bus customer service at 1-877-427-7278. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

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