Recall 12V286 covers 203 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, T2145, and T2140 motorcoaches for fuel-line support loosening. Repair is free at authorized service facilities.
Van Hool is recalling 203 2011-2012 C2045, T2145, and T2140 vehicles because Detroit Diesel DD13 high-pressure fuel line supports can loosen after service work, letting the fuel line crack and leak. A fuel leak can create a road hazard, increase crash risk, or ignite near an ignition source; the Van Hool dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, T2145, and T2140 vehicles use a Detroit Diesel DD13 engine with a high-pressure fuel line running from the fuel pump to the fuel rail. That line carries diesel fuel under pressure so the engine receives the right fuel supply. The support system holds the line in place so it stays aligned and does not move against nearby parts.
On these vehicles, the pump-to-rail fuel line support system is sensitive to assembly torque. During service work or other engine repairs, the supports can be damaged or left loose. Once the supports loosen, the fuel line can move under engine vibration and load. That movement can crack the line and cause a diesel fuel leak.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign is the leak itself, after the line support has loosened and the fuel line has cracked.
Who's affected?
Covers 3 coach models across 2 model years, with fuel system and diesel engine components listed for each model.
| 2011 Van Hool C2045 | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Van Hool C2045 | Diesel |
| 2011 Van Hool T2145 | fuel system |
| 2011 Van Hool T2145 | Diesel |
| 2012 Van Hool C2045 | fuel system |
| 2012 Van Hool C2045 | Diesel |
| 2011 Van Hool T2140 | fuel system |
| 2011 Van Hool T2140 | Diesel |
| 2012 Van Hool T2140 | fuel system |
| 2012 Van Hool T2140 | Diesel |
| 2012 Van Hool T2145 | fuel system |
| 2012 Van Hool T2145 | Diesel |
| Units affected | 203 |
The model and year narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fuel leak creates a road hazard and increases crash risk. Fuel leaking near an ignition source can result in a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule recall service promptly and avoid operating the motorcoach if fuel leakage is present. Repair will be free at any franchised Van Hool dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, T2145, or T2140 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Van Hool dealer or DTNA authorized service facility for current repair instructions.
- Schedule the high-pressure fuel-line support repair, the support-system replacement that addresses loosened supports, fuel-line cracking, and fuel leaks.
- Bring the recall notice if Van Hool has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V286 when you call.
- Avoid driving with any diesel fuel smell, visible fuel leak, or fresh fuel under the motorcoach; ask the service facility how to move it safely.
What happens at the repair
Van Hool is coordinating this repair with Daimler Trucks North America through DTNA authorized service facilities. The known repair is replacement of the high pressure fuel line support system where the facility finds it necessary. That support system helps secure the pump-to-rail fuel line on the Detroit Diesel DD13 engine. The source repair began on June 15, 2012, but this record does not list a current remedy-status flag. The dealer repair will be free once available for an included VIN.
Timeline
| June 15, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| June 21, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V286?
Recall 12V286 covers 203 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, T2145, and T2140 motorcoaches with Detroit Diesel DD13 engines. The high pressure fuel line support system can loosen after service work, leading to fuel line cracking, a fuel leak, road hazard, crash risk, or fire risk near an ignition source.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Van Hool C2045, T2145, or T2140 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcoach is included in recall 12V286. If it is, contact Van Hool, ABC Bus, or a DTNA authorized service facility to arrange inspection and repair of the high pressure fuel line support system. Reference recall 12V286 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Van Hool's remedy says the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced where necessary by DTNA authorized service facilities free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a diesel fuel leak from a cracked high pressure fuel line. A fuel leak can create a road hazard and raise crash risk. Fuel near an ignition source can also result in a fire. The repair path is inspection and free replacement where necessary.
When did Van Hool start the recall repair?
Van Hool began the safety recall on June 15, 2012. Because that date has passed, affected owners should use the VIN check, then contact Van Hool, ABC Bus, or a DTNA authorized service facility to confirm the free repair status for their specific motorcoach.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V286000 |
|---|---|
| Van Hool customer service | 1-800-445-1980 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V286 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V286000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →