Recall 12V505 affects 136 2012 Van Hool TD925 motorcoaches for fuel-filter base-plate damage after a tire blowout. Free repair at a franchised Van Hool dealer.
Van Hool is recalling 136 2012 TD925 motorcoaches because a left tag axle tire blowout can damage the Fuel Pro fuel filter base plate behind the tire. Fuel leaking inside the engine compartment can ignite and cause a vehicle fire; the Van Hool dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Fuel Pro fuel filter on the 2012 Van Hool TD925 is part of the fuel system for the Cummins ISX engine. It screens fuel before it reaches the engine, helping keep debris and water out of the fuel supply. On these motorcoaches, that filter sits behind the left tag axle tire, inside a compartment with a base plate beneath it.
The problem starts if the left tag axle tire blows out. Tire debris can strike the Fuel Pro fuel filter compartment base plate. The recall centers on that location: the filter compartment is close enough to the tire path that debris from a blown tire can damage the plate around the fuel filter.
There is no warning sign before failure. The event begins with a left tag axle tire blowout, so the driver does not get a separate fuel-filter warning ahead of the damage described in recall 12V505.
Who's affected?
This recall is tied to both the fuel system and body structure on the same TD925 buses.
| 2012 Van Hool TD925 | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Van Hool TD925 | body structure |
| Units affected | 136 |
Not every 2012 Van Hool TD925 bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Damage to the base plate can allow fuel to leak inside the engine compartment. Fuel near an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Van Hool dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Van Hool TD925 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Van Hool dealer or ABC Bus to ask whether the free repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the thicker fuel-filter base-plate installation that shields the Fuel Pro filter from blown-tire debris.
- Reference recall number 12V505 when you call, and bring the owner notice if you have it.
- Avoid operating the motorcoach after a left tag axle tire blowout until the fuel filter area is inspected for leaks or damage.
What happens at the repair
The dealer repair is to install a thicker base plate that protects the Fuel Pro fuel filter behind the left tag axle tire. Once the repair is available, a Van Hool technician installs the added protection free of charge under the recall. Van Hool's U.S. agent, ABC Bus, coordinates owner notices and dealer support for this campaign. The work is focused on shielding the fuel filter area from tire debris after a left tag axle tire blowout.
Timeline
| October 18, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 13, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V505?
Recall 12V505 covers 136 2012 Van Hool TD925 motorcoaches with a Fuel Pro fuel filter behind the left tag axle tire. Tire debris from a left tag axle blowout can damage the fuel filter compartment base plate and lead to a fuel leak. Dealers install a thicker base plate for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Van Hool TD925 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcoach is included in recall 12V505. If it is, contact a franchised Van Hool dealer or ABC Bus at 1-877-427-7278 to schedule the thicker base plate installation. Reference recall 12V505 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 states that dealers install the thicker base plate free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2012 TD925 motorcoaches.
What is the safety risk in recall 12V505?
The safety risk is a fuel leak and fire hazard. If debris from a left tag axle tire blowout damages the base plate, fuel can leak inside the engine compartment. A fuel leak near an ignition source can result in a vehicle fire.
What if I bought the Van Hool TD925 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or purchase history. Check your VIN to confirm whether the motorcoach is included, then contact a franchised Van Hool dealer or ABC Bus with recall number 12V505.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V505000 |
|---|---|
| Van Hool customer service | 1-877-427-7278 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V505 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V505000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →